Cricket South Africa did indicate they would try and get me more involved with the national team and give me more of a hands-on role.

There are times when you can get away with a chirp at the batsman and there are times when you should just be quiet. This was one of those times.

I have a passion for being around international cricketers. I love being in the dressing room and I love dealing with players at the highest level.

I want to put the whole matter behind me, and carry on working with the high performance structures in South Africa.

I have given much thought to the matter, and have withdrawn my application for the England bowling coach post.

But I'm passionate about being involved at the highest level of the game, whether it is with England or South Africa.