Proteas legend Hashim Amla has joined the Central Gauteng as the franchise’s new batting coach on a three-year deal.

The former Proteas batsman will work alongside head coach Russell Domingo in all three formats of the game after penning a deal with the club.

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Domingo. We’ve now further stamped our authority on our quest for domestic dominance with one of the country’s greatest ever cricketers in Hashim Amla joining our family. I cannot adequately express my gratitude to him, Sumaiyah and his greater family for agreeing to walk this journey with us. The impact that this mastermind leader will make on our talents, is immeasurable and we are both thankful and thrilled to have him join us.”

“I am truly delighted to work with Lions cricket,” Amla said. “They are one of the largest Proteas-producing teams in the country and to work with their players is an honour.

“Russell and I go back many years. I had him as a coach while with the Proteas and his experience as an international coach is something I am eager to team up with and share in.”

Domingo said: “I am ecstatic that Hashim has joined us. His record speaks for itself and being able to tap into that experience will be massively beneficial for our players. He is a legend of our game and I am sure he will make a significant impact.”

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