Wessels accused of racism

The United Cricket Board of South Africa has recommended that Kepler Wessels, the former Test captain who's now Eastern Province's coach, be suspended for allegedly making racist remarks earlier this year. Wessels skippered South Africa on their return from international exile, and has been a strident critic of certain UCBSA policies in recent times.

In a statement, the UCBSA said, "The board has instructed Eastern Province to suspend the coach of the EP Jumbos Kepler Wessels on full pay pending the outcome of a disciplinary hearing which will be held shortly regarding allegations of racist remarks allegedly made by Wessels."

Wessels, who also represented Australia during his playing days, denied any wrongdoing. Speaking to Reuters, he said: "I demand the investigation take place as soon as possible. The matter is in the hands of my legal advisers and we will fight it all the way. I am looking forward to the outcome."

Gerald de Kock, the UCBSA spokesman, said the case would come up for hearing in the next few days. No details were available about the alleged incident.