27 Quotes by Haroon Lorgat

Jacques has made a steady recovery, and it would be great if he were able to play on Friday as he is a key component in the squad, but we will not push him unnecessarily. It is crucial that he is 100 percent ready for the upcoming Test Series.

Johan showed promise in India and we are bold enough to give him another opportunity. I am also optimistic that Nicky has the experience and desire to bounce back into the one-day squad.

Johan is a like-for-like replacement for Kallis. Although he is not in the same class as a specialist batsman, he is an impressive impact hitter.

I think it does show us that we were wise not to offer any national contracts to spin bowlers this year. They have all upped their level of performance, which has been encouraging.

I think Johan will give us more options to consider going into the Sydney Test with two spinners a possibility.

Yes, that's a pity, because we had a long-term plan with Johan. Robin now gets an opportunity to show what he can do at this level.

We had a meeting and agreed that a break and a fresh start next season will do him a world of good.

We are confident that all three players will be fit again for the home series against Australia.

With one Castle Test completed, we are now able to reduce the squad to 14 players and will reduce it further to 13 for the last Castle Test at Liberty Life Wanderers.