Kallis says No to Glamorgan for 2002

Jacques Kallis has confirmed that he will not be rejoining Glamorgan as their overseas player for the 2002 season.

The South African all-rounder who appeared in six County Championship games in 1999 has told the Welsh county that he needs a break before the start of the 2003 World Cup, although he has expressed an interest in returning to Wales for the county campaign once the World Cup is finished.

There has been speculation in the Press about whether Glamorgan should opt for a batsman by resigning Jimmy Maher or Matthew Elliott for 2002, or alternatively look for a bowler.

But as Glamorgan Chief Executive Mike Fatkin said "We haven't decided whether we want a batsman or a bowler at this stage. "

"We knew when the International Cricket Council published its long-term programme that there was going to be a problem. We have been speaking with Jacques for quite a few months and knew that the only break he could have before the World Cup was during our season in 2002."

"I think he realises that his body has got to have a rest at some time, but I'm sure he will agree to come back for the 2003 season. We have got a very good relationship and he is very keen to come back to Glamorgan in the future."