Sussex give Theron overseas berth

By Bruce Talbot

Rusty Theron, the South African quick bowler, has been confirmed as Sussex’s second overseas player for this year’s Friends Life t20.

Theron will join Scott Styris in the Sharks’ squad and is expected to make his debut – weather permitting – against Kent Spitfires at Canterbury tomorrow. The match has been switched from Tunbridge Wells because of the saturated outfield at the Nevil Ground following yet more torrential rain in the town.

The 26-year-old knows Brighton well. He was Brighton & Hove CC’s overseas player in 2006 and 2007 before embarking on an international career which has seen him play ODI and t20 cricket for South Africa. He recently represented Deccan Chargers in the IPL.

Theron said: “I am really looking forward to joining up with Sussex as they have been a leading county in t20 for the last three seasons. Having spent two seasons playing club cricket in Brighton, I am pleased to be going back to renew old acquaintances and intend to be part of another successful year with the Sharks.”

Sussex’s professional cricket manager Mark Robinson said: “We're delighted to have captured a player of Rusty's quality and experience. The finish of an innings can win or lose a match and Rusty is a proven performer in the department of bowling at the death.”


Date: 11/06/2012 15:13:35 by Bruce Talbot
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