NEW DELHI:
Johan Botha
, the former South African captain, has been named as the new head coach of
Queensland
and two-time
Big Bash
League champions
Brisbane Heat
for the upcoming three years, succeeding
Wade Seccombe
. The 42-year-old will be in charge of coaching both the
BBL champions
Brisbane Heat and Queensland in state cricket.
According to cricket.com.au, Botha represented the Proteas 123 times between 2005 and 2012 before becoming an Australian citizen shortly after.
He then proceeded to captain South Australia and Adelaide Strikers, as well as play for the Sydney Sixers and Hobart Hurricanes.
"Johan is a fiercely motivated and determined person and has consistently displayed those traits during his playing and coaching career," said
Joe Dawes
, Queensland's general manager of elite teams, performance and pathways, as quoted by cricket.com.au.
"He is very much at the cutting edge of the game internationally and will bring a fresh and dynamic outlook to our organisation and especially the Bulls and championship Brisbane Heat squads," he continued.
Botha expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to lead the Queensland and Heat programs.
"There is a lot to look forward to for Queensland Cricket and I can't wait to hit the ground running in what will be an exciting and fulfilling challenge. This is an incredible opportunity with the playing talent and experience that the two squads will be able to call upon," Botha said.
"The Bulls have strong ties to success, and I have no doubt the playing group already aspire to be deeply competitive this summer. The Heat were skilful and professional on the way to their
BBL
title and have an enviable base to pursue new challenges in the coming seasons. My family and I are looking forward to making the move to Queensland and becoming part of the cricket community," he added.
(Inputs from ANI)
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