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Shukri Conrad wants his best players available as ‘Proteas will never be a franchise team’

New Proteas Men’s all-format coach Shukri Conrad will not give any player an “ultimatum”, but has stressed the importance of prioritising the national team ahead of playing in leagues moving forward.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoShukri Conrad praised as ideal choice for Proteas by former selector

Shukri Conrad emerged as the ideal candidate to lead the Proteas across all formats following Rob Walter's unexpected resignation, backed by his successful tenure as Test coach and praised by former selector Hussein Manack for his understanding of the game and ability to get the best out of players.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoPressure just too much for Rob Walter, now Proteas ODI scene set for Shukri Conrad

Despite leading the Proteas team to their first-ever World Cup final – the T20 version – in Barbados last year, and two consecutive semi-finals at both the ODI World Cup and Champions Trophy as recently as last month, Rob Walter has been taking strain for a number of months now.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoUnexpected turn: The shocking resignation of Rob Walter and its impact on Proteas

Rob Walter's sudden resignation as Proteas white-ball coach, attributed to personal reasons, has shocked South Africa, following his tenure marked by both historic achievements, including reaching their first Cricket World Cup final.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoNo need to check qualifications: Shukri Conrad taking over Proteas in all formats a no-brainer

Appointing Shukri Conrad, the successful red-ball coach, to lead all formats seems like an obvious choice, given his impressive track record with the Proteas Test team.

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John Goliath|Published

UPDATE | Shukri Conrad set to take over as Proteas head coach after Rob Walter’s shock resignation

Shukri Conrad is set to take over all Proteas men’s teams after Rob Walter’s shock resignation. Walter, citing personal reasons, stepped down amid pressure over South Africa’s white-ball performances, while Conrad’s Test side remains on an eight-match winning streak.

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Zaahier Adams|Updated

Proteas' white ball coach Rob Walter steps down citing personal reasons

Rob Walter has stepped down as Proteas' white ball coach despite guiding the team to their first ICC final in 25 years. Cricket South Africa announced his resignation on Tuesday, with Walter citing personal reasons for his departure.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoRob Walter has taken Proteas to water, but Shukri Conrad could be the man to finally make them drink

As the Proteas come to terms with another ICC tournament disappointment, Shukri Conrad looks like the man who can turn their fortunes around?

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoChampions Trophy: Proteas' Heinrich Klaasen ready to make good on pre-tournament promise

Heinrich Klaasen declares his ambition to be the best in the world as he leads the Proteas into the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals, showcasing his exceptional form.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Proteas Rob Walter on Pakistan series win - ‘Winning breeds confidence’

Although the final T20I between South Africa and Pakistan was washed out without any play possible, the Proteas had already clinched the three-match series ahead of the last match.

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Michael Sherman|Published