With Proteas scheduled to take on India in India for a three-match T20I series and three-match Test series, the South Africa Interim Director Enoch Nkwe acknowledged Faf du Plessis’ contribution both as a player and captain and then went on to say that it's about time they look at the future with belief in Quinton de Kock's leadership skills.

“We know where Faf stands as a captain and as a player. He has done great things for SA cricket. But we also need to look at what future looks like and we strongly believe in Quinton, who is going to be leading the team going forward,” Nkwe said.

When asked about the preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in Australia next year, the director said, “We still have a lot of games and have about 20 games (going into World T20) and we will assess the situation accordingly after these three games. Then build up for England series and so on.”

While talking about the upcoming series against India, he said, “Yes, we want to walk away with a series win and hope the entire squad is very determined. We are here to win and we understand that India's position is strong in their backyard but we are going to give hundred percent.”

When asked about the last time the Proteas took on India at the same venue in Dharamsala, Nkwe said, “I have been here before but haven't played here. The last time we were here, the wicket did play very well I think Rohit actually got a hundred here but we ended up chasing it down. So, from the one game that I have experienced over here, could be a good wicket. But we are coming into the unknown and we would like to adapt very quickly.”

(With PTI inputs)