Caught in the Middle

Monkeygate, Politics and Other Hairy Issues; the Autobiography of Mike Procter

Mike Procter, Lungani Zama

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785313417
• Year: 2017

A cricket legend's journey through politics, controversies, and the love of the game.

Caught in the Middle unveils the extraordinary life of Mike Procter, from his promising start at Hilton College to becoming a world-class all-rounder. Witness his rise in county cricket and the groundbreaking World Series Cricket, where he showcased his exceptional talent. But politics cut short his Test career, and he found himself navigating the complexities of a changing South Africa.

Explore Procter's role as coach, manager, and selector, and his involvement in iconic moments. Discover his challenges as a match referee amidst the Darrell Hair controversy and the infamous Monkeygate scandal. This autobiography is a compelling story of passion, resilience, and the enduring spirit of cricket. Perfect for sports enthusiasts and those interested in South African history.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Acknowledgements
• Foreword by Mark Nicholas
• Mike Procter and Me
• 1. An untimely blast
• 2. India, a place for new beginnings
• 3. 1992 World Cup
• 4. A Caribbean whistle-stop
• 5. Athers, commentary, and the pain of ’99
• 6. Monkeygate and the mess that followed
• 7. The walk-offs
• 8. The time of my life
• 9. Growing up in the Currie Cup
• 10. Rhodesia and a return to my roots
• 11. The World Series revolution
• 12. A rainbow nation at the end of a political storm
• 13. Selection headaches
• 14. Friends in the game
• 15. Family
• Appendices
• Bibliography
• Index
• Photographs