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Panesar joins Highveld Lions

2009-10-05 18:01

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Johannesburg - The Highveld Lions will receive a major boost in the ongoing SuperSport Series four-day competition with England left-arm spin bowler Monty Panesar joining them as the team's overseas professional.

The Lions announced on Monday that Panesar would be available in mid-October as they look to climb from third place on the log with a loss and a draw from two matches.

I am delighted to be joining the Lions as the overseas professional for the South African domestic season this English winter, Panesar said in a statement.

To play first class cricket for such a prestigious team is a privileged opportunity, and one which I am relishing.

Having practiced with (head coach) Dave Nosworthy and the Lions players last January for 10 days prior to going to the West Indies with England, I know what superb facilities and friendly people await me in Johannesburg.

Panesar said he would be assisting in the development of the sport in South Africa during his stay.

I welcome the opportunity to work with young cricketers and their coaches in South Africa, to support the next generation of people achieve their dreams in whatever way I can.

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