Legendary South African fast bowler, Morne Morkel is set to join the Indian team as a bowling coach. The much-awaited spot has been finally revealed on Wednesday afternoon. In this article, we will tell you everything in detail.
Former South African right-arm fast bowler, Morne Morkel is appointed as team India’s new bowling coach. There were rumours that new head coach Gautam Gambhir wanted to have Morne Morkel as his supporting staff and the rumours have now become news. Morne Morkel has worked with Gautam Gambhir before in Lucknow Super Giants. Gambhir has a different connection with Morne Morkel as he has always impressed him as a player and now as a coach.
Morkel was one of the most successful fast bowlers. he is among the top 5 highest wicket-takers for South Africa in test cricket. His height has always been an advantage for him as it has always helped him place the ball at an unplayable height for the batsmen. Gautam Gambhir himself has praised Morne Morkel several times in his interviews where he has always talked about how difficult it was to face him, especially on South African wickets.
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BCCI secretary announced the arrival of Morne Morkel in the Indian team and also mentioned that his tenure will start from September 1. India is now all set to play under a completely different staff and management. It will be interesting to see how India will play in the upcoming long home test season and then the BGT.
