The Momentum Multiply Titans have pulled off a spectacular coup, by securing the services of former Proteas fast bowler Kyle Abbott for the rest of the current season. 

The 33-year-old Abbott has linked up with his Sky Blues teammates ahead of the Momentum One-Day Cup campaign, which started this past weekend. The 50-over competition will be operating in a bio-bubble in Potchefstroom

 Abbott was back home in Durban when the Titans idea popped up, and he is relishing being back on the field of play. 

 The popular fast bowler admitted that 2020 was a tough year for him. 

 “I didn’t play for nearly 12 months between games, so I was sitting pretty comfortable in Durban doing my fishing,” he chuckled. 

 An urge to get out of his comfort zone – and get back to enticing batsmen to nibble at his bait – saw him eventually agree a deal to join a franchise he has always admired. 

 “Having chatted to a few people around and having played against the Titans in the past, it’s a well-run unit. I felt it would be a perfect fit for me right now,” the former Dolphins star explained. 

 Having played for South Africa, Hampshire as well as numerous gigs around the T20 world – including the Indian Premier League – Abbott comes with a wealth of experience. 

 “He will add value in this team and he’s bringing a lot of experience,” Titans coach Mandla Mashimbyi enthused. 

 Abbott, a product of Kearsney College between Durban and Pietermaritzburg – known for several top sportsmen who went to school there – was a standout for the Dolphins over the years, with the ability to strike with the new ball as well as an excellent skill set at the death. 

 “He will help the younger guys to actually grow and be in a better space from bowling point of view. It’s actually encouraging as a bowler, knowing that you are next to somebody that has done it,” Mashimbyi continued about his new signing. 

 According to the Titans coach, the presence of a man like Abbott in the team just gives him a level of comfort, knowing that he can actually go and ask what to do in pressure situations.

 Abbott added that he is keen to add to the Sky Blues legacy of success, and he will be looking to hit the ground running. 

 “I think the reputation of the Titans speaks for itself. The trophy cabinet is pretty full and to contribute in a competition like this, and hopefully put another trophy on that shelf, will be awesome,” Abbott said.

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