South Africa's coach Allan Donald instructs bowler Vernon Philander during a training session.
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South Africa's legendary pacer Allan Donald has stepped down from his post of bowling coach of the national team.
In an official press release, Cricket South Africa Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat thanked Donald for his contribution to the players over the last four years.
"Allan was and always will be a stalwart in South Africa having served his country with distinction both on and off the field," he said.
"He brought great knowledge and international experience to the Proteas set up and we wish him well in his future endeavours," he added.
The former speedster took over the post in June 2011 and has been in that position till date. The 48-year-old right-arm fast bowler believes it is the right time to go onto other things. He was thankful to the support given to him by players, coaches and Cricket South Africa.
"I have had some time to reflect after the World Cup and have come to the conclusion that the time is right to move on," he said.
"It was always a big dream of mine to work in the South African cricket environment after my playing days and I was incredibly honoured to be given the opportunity. The last four years have been the best of my life and being involved with the Proteas in the 2015 Cricket World Cup was a goal I had set my sights on."
He also mentioned how memorable an experience it was for him to work with the South African bowling attack.
"I was blessed to have worked with the best bowling attack in the world over a four year period and leave with fond memories and experiences, particularly getting to the top of the ICC Test rankings. I have a lot of respect for the environment and culture that the players have created and I have no doubt that it will continue to grow under the leadership of Hashim Amla, AB de Villiers and Faf du Plessis."
"Lastly, I'd like to thank my family for their unconditional support throughout the hustle and bustle of international sport. All the best to Russell and the rest of the team. May the Proteas go from strength to strength and I will be following their journey with great interest," he added.
Donald played 72 Tests and 164 ODIs for South Africa between 1991 to 2003. He was the first South African to get 300 Test wickets.
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