Essex appoint Andre Nel as assistant head coach & bowling coach

The former South Africa bowler, who had two spells with Essex as a player, will leave his current head coach role with Easterns in South Africa

Essex have announced that former South Africa bowler Andre Nel is to become their new assistant head coach & bowling coach.

The 41-year-old will leave his current head coach role with Easterns in South Africa to take up the position with Essex.

Nel, who had two spells with Essex as a player, says he can't wait to get going with his former club.

"I’m really thrilled to be joining Essex as assistant head coach & bowling coach," he said.

💬 "He's got great passion, great energy and huge international experience."

Anthony McGrath on Essex's new Assistant Head Coach & Bowling Coach, @AndreNel89 💪

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— Essex Cricket (@EssexCricket) March 11, 2019

"It’s a great opportunity and I’ve only ever heard good things about Anthony McGrath as a coach, and I can’t wait to start working alongside him and the rest of the team out in Abu Dhabi this week.

"As a former Essex player I know it’s a fantastic club to be involved with and since leaving I’ve always followed from afar. I’m really eager to get working with such a talented group of players and contribute to the future success of the club."

Head coach, Anthony McGrath added that Essex's bowlers are pleased with the addition: "It’s fantastic that we’ve been able to bring Andre to Chelmsford.

"Andre played cricket at an elite level throughout his entire career and brings with him a huge wealth of cricket experience and knowledge. Being a former Essex player, he also has a good understanding of the club, our fans and the ethos.

"I know our bowlers are especially happy he’s on board and are looking forward to working with him, and the whole squad will profit from his technical and tactical knowledge."

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