Achille Cloete ‘has a lot to offer’ North West after joining from Boland

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Fast bowler Achille Cloete has joined North West ahead of the 2024-25 domestic season in South Africa.

Cloete played for Boland during the 2023-24 season – and had previously been capped by KwaZulu-Natal Inland and Northerns.

“Three years ago, when I first saw Achille in action, I had my eye on him then already. To have him in the squad now is really exciting,” North West head coach Craig Alexander told Club Cricket SA.

“Achille has a lot to offer with his height, bowling at 140 kilometres per hour. He adds to the armoury of fast bowlers we have.”

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North West have also signed batsmen Janneman Malan and Matthew Kleinveldt. Malan and Kleinveldt have joined from Boland and the Titans, respectively.

“Having Janneman back in the North West Dragons colours is a massive privilege for us. He started his career here and everything he has achieved since has been awesome,” added Alexander.

“He will add value on and off the field with his experience. It’s a massive signing for us. We are looking forward to having him back.

“With his calm persona and very relaxed outlook, Kleinveldt is going to be good to have in the squad.

“His skills as an opening batter are what we need. He has a lot of experience and can add value with the ball as well.”

All-rounder Senuran Muthusamy and batsman Lesego Senokwane have left North West.

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