Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurasingha has mentioned there may be “no tension” between him and senior gamers within the staff as he begins his second tenure in control of the aspect.
Sri Lankan Hathurasingha’s first stint with the aspect between 2014 and 2017 was marked by a number of run-ins with senior gamers within the staff, a few of whom are additionally half of the present squad.
Following his grievance, star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan was banned in 2014 for six months for “misbehaviour”.
Former captain Mashrafe Mortaza is amongst these questioning concerning the dressing room ambiance underneath Hathurasingha.
“A huge question mark remains on how the dressing room will take him,” Mashrafe mentioned.
“The most important thing is, how he and the dressing room is comfortable with each other.”
The coach, in his first news convention since his re-appointment on a two-year deal, dominated out any unhealthy blood, although.
“There’s no tension with any of the players with me,” Hathurasingha, who changed South African Russell Domingo within the put up, advised reporters on Wednesday.
“I don’t think it (working with senior players) is going to be a challenge. I have spoken to all the senior players.
“Everybody is focused on one thing, the team is number one. Everyone wants the team to do well. Even in my last time, I didn’t face challenges with any of the players.”
His first task again within the job can be a six-match limited-overs residence sequence in opposition to reigning white-ball world champions England starting on March 1.
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com