Joburg Super Kings (JSK) have announced a revamped coaching and support staff ahead of the fifth season of the SA20, appointing former South Africa fast bowler Allan Donald as their new bowling coach. The franchise has also confirmed changes to its fielding and medical support teams, with Eric Simons and Tommy Simsek moving on from their respective roles.
Donald will replace Simons as bowling coach and work alongside Albie Morkel, who has been promoted to head coach following JSK's separation from Stephen Fleming. Simons, meanwhile, will join Fleming's backroom staff in England.
Donald brings extensive coaching experience to the franchise. Since retiring from international cricket in 2004, the former South African pacer has worked with several international teams, including South Africa, Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Bangladesh. His coaching career has also included stints with Warwickshire, Kent, the Mountaineers, Pune Warriors India and Royal Challengers Bangalore, among other teams.
JSK have also appointed former wicketkeeper-batter Pierre de Bruyn as their new fielding coach. De Bruyn reunites with Morkel, having previously worked alongside him at the Titans and with Namibia.
In another change to the support staff, Evan Speechly will take over as the franchise's physiotherapist, replacing Tommy Simsek.
Meanwhile, JSK made notable moves during the recent SA20 auction as they strengthened their squad for the upcoming season. The franchise secured the services of former captain Faf du Plessis for R2.7 million and spent R2.9 million on uncapped all-rounder Jason Rowles.
The fifth season of the SA20 is scheduled to begin on January 17, 2027, in Gqeberha, with the final set to take place in Cape Town on February 21. The opening match at St George's Park will see Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) face Pretoria Capitals (PC) in a rematch of the 2026 season final.
With changes to both the coaching setup and the support staff, Joburg Super Kings will look to build a competitive unit under Morkel as they prepare for the 2027 edition of the tournament.