Joburg Super Kings officially announced on Tuesday, October 13, that Allan Donald has joined the franchise as their new bowling coach. The 59-year-old former South Africa speedster is set to collaborate with fellow countryman Albie Morkel, who recently stepped into the head coach position following the departure of Stephen Fleming after the 2026 campaign. Donald is tasked with strengthening the squad’s bowling unit as the franchise pursues its maiden SA20 title. Who was appointed head coach, taking over from Stephen Fleming who stepped down post the 2026 season, the 59-year-old will work alongside compatriot Albie Morkel.
Donald arrives with an extensive coaching resume that began in 2007 as a temporary consultant for England. His career includes stints with Warwickshire, the New Zealand national side during the 2011 World Cup, and a long-term role as South Africa’s bowling coach under Gary Kirsten from 2011 to 2015. He also contributed to the IPL with roles at Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Pune Warriors India—transitioning from bowling coach to head coach at the latter in 2013—as well as time coaching Kent and serving as the pace bowling lead for Bangladesh until the 2022 T20 World Cup.
The franchise has been active in building a competitive roster for the upcoming season, recently securing signatures for Faf du Plessis, Wiaan Mulder, Jason Rowles, Dayyan Galiem, Kieron Pollard, Blessing Muzarabani, and Andries Gous during the latest auction.
