Rixon rules out South Africa job

Marsh's job as England academy director ends in September

Australian Steve Rixon has dismissed suggestions he is in the running for the job as South Africa coach.

But reports say fellow Aussie Rod Marsh is favourite to succeed Ray Jennings, whose contract expires on 1 June.

"I haven't been in contact with the South African board. The rumours are untrue," said Rixon, currently cricket manager at Surrey.

Marsh, whose term as England academy director ends in September, was not immediately available for comment.

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Former Australia wicket-keeper Marsh, 57, decided in December not to renew his academy contract, saying he wanted to spend more time with his family.

Jennings, his assistant Vincent Barnes and provincial coach Mickey Arthur are also believed to be in the running for the full-time post.

Jennings was appointed on an interim basis in October, following the sacking of Eric Simons.