Allan Lamb Poised For Sri Lankan Job (6 Dec 1996)

6 December 1996

Allan Lamb poised for Sri Lanka job

LONDON, Dec 5 - Former England star Allan Lamb revealed on Thursday he has been approached by Sri Lanka to run their rapidlyimproving international side.

The 42-year-old, who retired from first class cricket before the start of last season, said he was currently in contract talks with the world one-day champions.

"It`s very flattering, and we are now in the process of negotiating,`` said the South African-born former Northamptonshire skipper.

"I`ve always wanted to put something back into the game and this would be a great opportunity. It would have been nice to get involved with England but no-one has spoken to me about that, which is disappointing,`` he added.

If Lamb is appointed, he will take over from Dav Whatmore, who recently took up a position with Lancashire.

Source :: Daily News (https://www.lanka.net)