Proteas captain calls for calm after series loss to Sri Lanka
Improving team is not as simple as replacing underperforming top-order batsmen, Faf du Plessis says
SA captain Faf du Plessis believes it would be premature to bring fresh faces into the top order batting line-up following the historic 2-0 series defeat against Sri Lanka. Addressing the media after being thumped by eight wickets in the second Test at St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth on Saturday‚ Du Plessis first said there is a bit more to it than making wholesale changes. Social media erupted with criticism of the Proteas’ top order with most calling for the heads of Hashim Amla‚ Dean Elgar and Temba Bavuma. But Du Plessis called for cool heads. “It’s difficult to say. You’re talking about a top order that is experienced. You are talking about guys like Dean Elgar and Hashim Amla — talking about them to be replaced is a big call. “Those guys are good players. They’ve done well for a very long time‚” said Du Plessis. “One series doesn’t make you a bad player. If it happens over two or three or four series‚ yes‚ then of course. Every single player in the team needs to perform. Bu...
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