Interim team director Enoch Nkwe is looking forward to referencing the expertise of former Proteas all-rounder Lance Klusener during this month’s T20I series against India.

Nkwe is acting in an interim capacity after former head coach Ottis Gibson’s tenure was not renewed, while Klusener has been appointed batting coach for September’s three T20Is in Dharamsala, Bengaluru and Mohali.

‘Lance has plenty of experience. He is someone who embraces and likes his way of dealing with white-ball cricket. He has been around the world‚ not just from a playing perspective‚ but he has been involved in T20 leagues around the world over the last few years,’ said Nkwe.

Klusener was the head coach of the Brampton Wolves in the 2019 edition of the Global T20 Canada. He was due to work with the Glasgow Giants in the Euro T20 Slam, too. The tournament, however, has been postponed. He also coached Zimbabwe and the Dolphins and worked with the Proteas previously.

‘I see him making a serious impact and sharing some of the ideas that have worked for him. He is excited about the journey that lies ahead and we will unpack with him as we go along. He will add a lot of value for us in the coming months,’ added Nkwe.

‘A lot has been happening behind the scenes to find the best formula of going to India. There has been a serious amount of work and we are slowly getting there. We have been working hard enough to ensure that by the time we come together as a group‚ we are able to create clear direction and structure.’

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