George Linde is delighted to be retained by the Cape Town Blitz for the second edition of the Mzansi Super League.

George Linde had a busy couple of weeks. From being selected for South Africa A’s tour to India, being retained by the Cape Town Blitz, to earning a T20 call-up for the Proteas.

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With the tournament kicking off in November, Linde expressed how he feels about being retained by his home town team for MSL 2.0 

“I’m very delighted to get picked up again, it’s another opportunity to showcase my talent to the world,” he said exclusively to Cricket Fanatics Magazine.

The Jozi Stars, champions of last year’s MSL, made a move to snatch up Linde, but the Blitz panel wasted no time to secure their player by activating their right to match.

“Home is home, so I’m happy to stay at home, I’m happy to be with the Blitz again. It’s a great team and it looks like a great squad, so hopefully we can do well as a team again,” he added.

“My goal is to play and try and do well for the team and also if I don’t play, just try and train as hard as possible and learn from all the other guys; learning from basically the best in the world.”

With the 4-Day Franchise Series starting in October, he also shared his goals for the upcoming domestic season with the Cape Cobras.

“My goals domestically is to be as consistent as possible and try and win games for the Cobras. I think that’s one of the most important things, that’s where you will get recognized as a player. So if I can win games with bat or ball for the Cobras then I’ll be happy.” 

There has been a birth of spinning all-rounders in the country, a position that has grown in importance for many coaches all around the world. Especially in the T20 format.

“Yes I think it is an important position. It can balance a team out well. I try not to think too much about that, I just try and do my best”

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He also shared some tips to all the young aspiring spinning all-rounders in the country.

“The tips I can probably give to the younger guys is, not to over think anything. Don’t try too hard, just back yourself, back your skill, just keep believing in yourself and you will get rewarded for working hard – just try and stay patient, your time will come.” 

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