He returned to Natal but was disappointed and disillusioned to see the dirty politics at its worst.
He felt suffocated in such a polluted atmosphere and, in 2004, headed for England to become the head coach of Kent County Cricket Club. His contract with the KCCC runs till the end of the 2008 season.
An affable, unassuming man, Ford could be all but high-profile. Even when South Africa was winning under him, he would give full credit to the captain and players and avoid talking about his own crucial role in the team's success.
Ford, who has a keen eye for technical detail, was one of the firsts to identify the awesome talents of Kevin Pietersen. Known for his personalised approach to coaching, he usually supports his players to the hilt. No wonder, he is also called a players' coach.
Top: Ford (centre) with the South African players during a practice session
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