[1][2] After four successful seasons at the Lions, Vilas moved to the Cape Cobras in search of more opportunity due to the emergence of Thami Tsolekile and Quinton de Kock at his former club.
However, due to a hamstring injury sustained by Jennings in the early stages of the season, Vilas regained the captaincy on a temporary basis.
[11] He announced his retirement from county cricket at the end of the 2023 season, but will continue to play in the South African T20 competition.
However, Vilas appeared to be out of form, and has not been picked for the T20 side since, with South African limited-overs captain AB de Villiers the new wicket-keeper.
He was cast as fast bowler Allan Donald by the producers, who wanted to add authenticity to on-field scenes by using real cricketers.