I assume this was an accident, posting questionable Aussie franchise decisions in the SA (off season!) match thread....
No, not at all. Just for comparison since Puttick was recently dropped by Cobras and this was implied as something that could only happen in South Africa...
Has the sports minister said something new recently? As far as I'm aware there's been no changes proposed to the current requirement of an average of six players of colour (and a quick Google hasn't thrown anything up). That means that Bavuma can be dropped, which he could very well be if they go with an all-rounder at seven rather than a specialist bat once De Villiers comes back.
Quite interesting. Not sure this will go down well with selectors and CSA financially.
I could reply to this for your lack of understanding but I won't because it isn't my style to take digs at other people on the forum.
Listening to Inside Edge the other day, was quite interesting that Kepler and others were very much in favour of Gibson taking over from Langeveldt. But seems clear that Langeveldt should take over at the high performance centre. Also an interesting choice for assistant coach, either Pothas or Benkenstein (If I remember correctly). Toyana to stay at Lions?
It makes sense considering what Gibson was and he clearly still wants to contribute to strongly as being a bowling mentor. The good thing is that Langers understands from an interview with him. That is also important.
They seem to be giving Gibson some free reign. Some the assistant coach has to do with the fielding, think they feel our batting with Mckenzie is strong. Gibson takes over the bowling. And Pothas (in particular) can help look after the fielding were we are weak at the moment. Also maybe reduce the overall staff... (might help the CSA budget).
Benkenstein was a top fielder. Currently director of cricket at Hilton College and senior KZN Inland scout/selector for youth weeks.
Yep, it was Harris, he had heard some stuff... so? Apparently approached Pothas already? But don't know what he has said. They joked that they could not afford Benkenstein since he was employed at the private school....
