SA coach Ottis Gibson is looking forward to a reunion with Bangladesh bowling coach Courtney Walsh when the two countries meet in Potchefstroom on Thursday. The coaches have remained friends since playing for the West Indies in the 1990s and Walsh is expecting a warm reception from his host. "We played for the West Indies together on tours and I also played against him in county cricket. He played for Durham and I played for Gloucestershire‚" said Walsh. "We are still friends and I am expecting a warm reception from him. I am hoping that we can put some pressure on him by playing good cricket. "I am sure he will appreciate that because it will be the same with us," he said. "He came to say hello last week and we had a brief chat. But the pleasantries will be put on hold for the duration of the two Test matches because we are here on the serious business of winning." Walsh said Gibson would add value to the sport in the country because of his vast experience at the highest level. "He...
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.