Unnamed ‘coward’ worked Makhaya Ntini out of job as Zimbabwe bowling coach
Makhaya Ntini has accused Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) of dishonesty over the end of his tenure as the national team’s bowling coach. ZC issued a release on Sunday announcing "with regret" that Ntini had "tendered his resignation … with immediate effect". But‚ in an interview with Radio 2000‚ the former test fast bowler claimed he was worked out of his job by an unnamed "coward" who complained about his performance to ZC’s MD, Faisal Hasnain. The board sent Ntini on his way with a glowing reference: "Since his appointment in February 2016‚ Makhaya has brought a wealth of experience and practical knowledge to ZC‚ and ZC and its players and coaching staff were fortunate to have had an opportunity to work closely with him during this period‚ and to learn from his many years of playing for SA at the highest level. "Charismatic‚ ever helpful‚ hard-working and always full of energy‚ Makhaya’s experience and immense knowledge of the game have helped to bolster the ZC national team into a competit...
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