Bangladesh’s coach Chandika Hathurusinghe expressed relief at his team’s victory over Sri Lanka in their first match. However, he expects a better performance from them in their upcoming group games. Hathurusinghe acknowledged the team’s recent inconsistency and attributed it to a lack of confidence.
The coach emphasized the importance of confidence in T20 cricket, noting that the fast-paced nature of the format requires players to be on their game from the beginning. He mentioned the need for batters to adapt to the conditions in order to succeed.
Looking ahead to the match against South Africa, Hathurusinghe recognized the challenges posed by their bowling attack. Nevertheless, he expressed confidence in his team’s readiness for a competitive match and emphasized their determination to put up a good fight.
In summary, despite their victory in the first match, Bangladesh’s coach is focused on improving the team’s performance and believes they are prepared to face the challenges posed by South Africa in their upcoming T20 World Cup match.