ICYMI : Western Province's preparations for the new Cricket SA first-class structure continue to be hampered with Proteas legend amlahash's proposed move to Newlands falling through. HashimAmla IOLsport
Amla, 38, is the latest loss WP have suffered after former coach Ashwell Prince permanently joined the Bangladesh coaching staff last month as a batting consultant, while Vernon Philander also accepted an offer to be the Pakistan bowling coach for the T20 World Cup on Monday. Philander was due to captain the WP first-class team for the forthcoming season, although discussions are still on going relating to former Proteas' seamers' playing future.
"I have always enjoyed my time playing at Newlands for the Cape Cobras and working as the batting consultant at the Cape Town Blitz and I want to thank Western Province for their open communication throughout the entire contracting ," says Amla. The holder of South Africa's highest Test score has remained active since retiring from international cricket after the 2019 World Cup, having just enjoyed a successful season with Surrey CC in the English County Championship.
Province have also yet to finalize the appointment of their new coach with Faiek Davids occupying the role of interim coach at the moment.
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