PUBLIC EXPECTATIONS
Give Ngidi space, says former Titans coach
Former coach warns Proteas fast bowler Lungi Ngidi may falter under pressure too early in his career
Former Titans coach Rob Walter has urged the public not to expect too much too soon from emerging Proteas fast bowler Lungi Ngidi. Walter‚ who gave Ngidi his franchise break over a year ago at the Titans‚ told Business Day the promising 20-year-old‚ who has claimed six wickets from two T20 international matches‚ may not deliver on his undoubted potential if he is put under undue pressure at this early stage of his career. He said Ngidi should be allowed to develop properly and learn at international level. Ngidi impressed with figures of 2/12 on his debut in the first T20 against Sri Lanka on Friday at SuperSport Park, followed with a sensational return of 4/19 two days later at Wanderers. As a result of his performances‚ he was included in SA’s squad for the first three ODIs against Sri Lanka, which start in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. "It’s fair to say he has already shown he has the attributes and ability to play at the top level and be successful‚" Walter said from New Zealand‚ ...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.