The world of Norman Arendse

In an indepth interview to the Cape Times, Norman Arendse, the president of Cricket South Africa, speaks out on the controversial transformation policy, his version of the Andre Nel-Charl Langeveldt fiasco, relationship with Mickey Arthur, women's cricket, Twenty20 and his cricket career as well.

All I can say is that I did not interfere in the team selection. I never took him out and put in Charl Langeveldt. Whoever spread that story must take responsibility. It is absolute lies.

He also shares his opinion on Langeveldt signing as a Kolpak player.

But yes, it has been disappointing that Charl made himself unavailable, and also his turning down of a contract offered by CSA. The irony is that he would have been an automatic choice for England, and the further irony is that Andre Nel has benefited from his non-availability.