Morne Morkel likely to join India as bowling coach for Test series against Bangladesh

Morne Morkel, the former South African fast bowler, is expected to join the Indian cricket team as a bowling coach for their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. This news, first reported by Cricbuzz, comes as India gears up for a busy international cricket season under new head coach Gautam Gambhir.

Morne Morkel is known as one of the top fast bowlers of his time. Throughout his career, he took an impressive 544 international wickets in all formats, making him a key player in South African cricket history. His skills and consistency on the field earned him a reputation as a reliable and dangerous bowler, capable of delivering game-changing performances.

Morne Morkel likely to join India as bowling coach for Test series against Bangladesh

After retiring from playing, Morkel continued to contribute to cricket through coaching, including a role with the Pakistan cricket team. His international experience and understanding of different playing conditions are expected to be particularly helpful to the Indian bowlers, especially as they prepare for the upcoming five-match Test series in Australia. This series is crucial for India, as they have yet to win a Test series in South Africa, a challenge that Morkel’s knowledge and experience could help overcome.

Gautam Gambhir, the recently appointed head coach of the Indian cricket team, has quickly surrounded himself with experienced professionals. Gambhir and Morkel have previously worked together during their time with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Upcoming Cricket Schedule

India’s cricket calendar is packed with important matches, starting with the ongoing three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka. The Indian team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, has already won the first two games, showing a strong performance. The final T20I is set for July 30, and India will aim for a series sweep.

After the T20I series, India will play Sri Lanka in a three-match ODI series, starting on August 2 in Colombo. This series will be an important opportunity for the team to fine-tune their strategies and player combinations before the more challenging Test matches.

The real test for the Indian team will begin in September with a two-Test series against Bangladesh at home, starting on September 19. This will be followed by three Test matches against New Zealand in October. These matches are critical for India as they aim to maintain their strong home record and build momentum before heading to Australia.

The highly anticipated five-Test series in Australia, beginning on November 22 in Perth, will be a significant challenge for the Indian team. Historically, India has performed well in Australia, winning the last two Test series Down Under. However, the upcoming series will be different, especially with the inclusion of several new players and coaching staff.

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