Donald may quit in 1999 (15 Apr 1997)

From the Star: 15th April 1997

Allan Donald, South Africa's premier fast bowler, has indicated that he may retire from the international game in 2 years' time, reports Reuter.

"I'll give serious thought to my international career after the World Cup in 1999, if I make it that far", Donald said after the final one-day international against Australia in Bloemfontein on Sunday.

Donald (30), who claimed 41 wickets in 8 tests this summer, as well as 58 wickets in 26 limited overs internationals, reaffirmed his intention to settle in England where he has played for Warwickshire for 10 years.

"Ali Bacher has said that I can play Test cricket for the next 5 years, ut I don't think you can plan someone else's career," he said.

"I will definitely reconsider my international career in 2 years, not just for cricket reasons but for the sake of my family. South Africa have a hectic schedule for the next 2 years which means spending long periods away from home. There is a lot of pressure under the international spotlight.

"But if I do decide to hang up my international boots I would still like to carry on playing for Warwickshire for a couple of seasons. I think I'll have plenty to offer them, either with the youth scheme or in a senior coaching role."