Cricket South Africa (CSA) has cancelled Herschelle Gibbs’ national contract “by mutual consent”, it said on Friday.
“It has been decided that this is the best way forward for both parties,” CSA CEO Gerald Majola said in a statement.
He wished Gibbs (36) all the best for the future and thanked him for his contribution to the Proteas’ successes.
“Herschelle represented our country for 14 years with distinction and I don’t think any cricket lover will ever forget the magnificent innings he played in the famous 438 game against Australia,” said Majola.
“Because of the sensitivity of the matter as well as the confidentiality agreements signed between the parties, the matter is now closed and there will be no further comments from the parties concerned,” he said.
The move was widely expected following Gibbs’ publication of his controversial autobiography To The Point on November 1.
In it, Gibbs detailed alcohol and drug binges, along with sexcapades during his time with the team.
After its release, the CSA said it had asked its lawyers to look at the book and that an outcome regarding his contract would be announced as soon as the board had taken a view or a decision on the matter. — Sapa