south africa have appointed mark boucher as their head coach.
as they prepare for the test series against england that begins on boxing day at supersport park in 25, boucher will be assisted by enoch nkwe.
faf du plessis was confirmed as the proteas test captain.
acting manager of cricket graeme smith believes bouchers experience will be key for taking south africa forward.
before retiring from 2012 former proteas wicketkeeper boucher played 295 one-day internationals and 147 tests.
smith stated:i have attracted boucher on board since i feel hell bring the strength to turn into a youthful and inexperienced proteas squad into a battle-ready outfit.
with his experience of a very long career as an worldwide cricketer he has firsthand experience of what it takes to succeed in the test scene.
i have the highest regard for enoch as well and i want to make a clear route for him to grow into a leading international coach.
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