(Botha) will be taking our recommended course of action so that he can start bowling off-spin again at representative level as soon as possible. |
Cricket South Africa welcomes this tough public stance taken by Cricket Australia in the fight against racism. |
Cricket South Africa welcomes this tough public stance taken by Cricket Australia in the fight against racism. Our players need to be protected against racism and we hope that these new measures will ensure this in Melbourne and Sydney. |
Everyone knows he is going through a tough batting period but that can happen to the best players, including Adam Gilchrist. |
I haven't talked to the players about this yet, but if this continues and takes a turn for the worse, I'll support their decision. |
It brought people together, and in all parts of South Africa, people were running out into the streets to share their joy. |
It is very serious and if it continues, yes, we would look very seriously about whether we return here for another series. |
The sad thing is, it has continued around Australia. It hasn't just been limited to one state or one city. |
They should speak to their sponsors and tell them that every fourth year they will be playing in South Africa at that time. |
We are at loggerheads with Australia and the International Cricket Council is aware of it. |
We want to show that one can support your nation fully and vocally without resorting to racially abusing your opponents as happened to the South African team in Australia. |