SA likely to persist with extra batsman
A lack of big contributions from the line-up, a strong Australian attack and surfaces that are expected to be drier and more abrasive than usual may force the hosts to avoid thinking about a fourth...
View Article'I would hope this never happens under my watch' - Gibson
The schadenfreude is subtle in the hosts' camp, but its there. They know Australia are in a bad position, so they sniff a maiden home-series win against this opposition since readmission
View ArticleDe Villiers' decision shocked me - SA coach Gibson
The South Africa head coach also mentioned Aiden Markram and Dean Elgar as possible candidates for the No.4 position at next year's World Cup
View Article'Pretty sure we'll continue with three fast bowlers' - Ottis Gibson
South Africa will continue to trust in their strengths, their coach has said, despite the likelihood of a slow, low turner in the first Test in Galle
View Article'Sri Lanka, in these conditions, are too good for us' - SA coach Gibson
With three days still to go, and a draw or win unlikely for the visitors, the coach Ottis Gibson said that he wanted his players to compete with pride
View ArticleGibson shifts focus to experimentation for last two ODIs
With the series already decided, Ottis Gibson said South Africa would trial several players with the World Cup in mind
View ArticleSouth Africa zero in on World Cup probables
Coach Ottis Gibson hopes to have his tournament template ready by the home summer
View ArticleDale Steyn will add value as mentor - Ottis Gibson
How he fits into a team that already contains both Rabada and Ngidi is one of the conundrums facing South Africa as they brace for the World Cup next year
View ArticleAmla ruled out of limited-overs tour of Australia
He will miss the three ODIs and the T20I, to fully recover from a finger tendon injury ahead of a busy summer and the World Cup next year
View ArticleGibson hopes for fresh start after Newlands saga
The South Africa coach said that his team has moved on from the mishappenings of their previous series, and hoped their opponents would be able to do the same
View ArticleSA coach Gibson not worried about Amla's dip in form
Dean Elgar and Aiden Markram weren't particularly productive in their last Test series in Sri Lanka, but home comforts should remedy that
View ArticleVernon Philander to miss Boxing Day Test against Pakistan
South Africa seamer is set to miss the first Test of the home series after sustaining a hairline fracture on his right thumb
View ArticleNothing wrong with pitches favouring home team - Ottis Gibson
The South Africa coach defended the preparation of pitches suited to seam and swing after the facilities in the first two Tests came in for criticism from Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur
View ArticleHow Ottis Gibson set up South Africa's 'elite fast-bowling group'
South Africa have now won five home Test series in a row, and key to that success has been a reinvigorated pace culture, reignited by coach Ottis Gibson
View Article'Mission accomplished' - Ottis Gibson on South Africa's 3-0 sweep of Pakistan
While South Africa's quicks stood out, the coach and stand-in captain Dean Elgar also credited the batsmen for their grind on tough pitches
View ArticleSouth Africa thrive on pace, spicy pitches and increased depth
Five takeaways from South Africa's 3-0 Test whitewashing of Pakistan
View ArticleSouth Africa eye one-day series to fill allrounder's slot
The SA captain considers the ODI series as a 'challenge' as they look to fill up the empty spots ahead of the 50-over World Cup in March
View ArticleWiaan Mulder in line for Test debut in Port Elizabeth
Vernon Philander has been ruled out of the second Test against Sri Lanka with a grade one hamstring strain
View Article'Complacent? Not true at all' - SA coach Gibson
He contradicts view of his colleague and batting coach Dale Benkenstein during the Port Elizabeth Test
View Article'Form first, reputation next' - Ottis Gibson on South Africa's World Cup...
South Africa's coach also said the likes of Rabada, du Plessis and de Kock will be rested after the first T20I against Sri Lanka
View ArticleSouth Africa coach Ottis Gibson wanted World Cup players to make early return...
Ottis Gibson put in a request with CSA to withdraw 'key players' early, but ESPNcricinfo understands that the board did not bring up the issue with the BCCI
View ArticleRabada, Steyn 'on track' to play World Cup opener against England
South Africa coach Ottis Gibson also said he would be 'very pleased' if fellow Barbadian Jofra Archer would get to play the World Cup
View ArticleSouth Africa prepare to feel the heat ... with one eye on England's heavens
Talk about the weather isn't exclusively an English trait, as South Africa's squad compares notes about conditions ahead of World Cup
View ArticleLow expectations not a worry for chilled-out South Africa
They're in the unusual position of not being favourites at the start of a World Cup, and they're relishing the feeling
View ArticleOttis Gibson channels spirit of Anthony Joshua as South Africa look to lift...
South Africa coach looks to lift dispirited players, but faces a challenge to find right balance for India showdown
View ArticleDown Marshall Drive, a new West Indies promise to rekindle the old feeling
Five fast bowlers, three explosive hitters, three striking young batsmen, a captain who can do anything: a beguiling prospect for fans, a terrifying one for a shaken South Africa
View Article'It seems like guys have been hampered' - Gibson on South Africa's travails
The coach also expressed disappointment that the experienced players hadn't stood up in this World Cup
View Article'We need to justify why we're here' - South Africa play for pride with jobs...
South Africa are already out of the World Cup but they have two games left to 'finish on a high', says assistant coach
View Article'Time was always against us' - Gibson on South Africa's World Cup
South Africa coach feels they ran out of time in trying to put together the team they would have liked to compete at the World Cup
View ArticleOttis Gibson out as CSA announces restructure; question mark over Faf du Plessis
A new football style team manager will take overall charge of all aspects of the team, appointing coaching staff and captains
View ArticleInternal leaks hint at fractious end to Ottis Gibson's tenure
Cricket South Africa reportedly went back on their agreement - in principle - to extend Gibson's contract until 2021
View Article'With a national team, I have three years to develop a player. Here I have...
Ottis Gibson talks about the difference between international and T20 league coaching, and looks back at his time with South Africa
View ArticleOttis Gibson confirms talks with BCB for bowling coach role
He however said the two parties are "still a long way from agreeing anything"
View ArticleOttis Gibson named Bangladesh fast-bowling coach
He replaces Charl Langeveldt, who quit the job in December to take up a role with South Africa
View ArticleBangladesh have good seamers, but a lot of work to do - Gibson
Bowling coach concedes the team are behind in the first Test against Pakistan, but says they can fight back
View ArticleOttis Gibson urges Mashrafe Mortaza to retire from international cricket
The Bangladesh bowling coach doesn't see Mortaza in head coach Domingo's plans for the 2023 World Cup
View ArticleWarwickshire to implement Rooney Rule in hunt for new head coach
Club will interview a minimum of one BAME candidate to replace Jim Troughton
View ArticleThe start of a new Bangladesh pace bowling revolution?
There is plenty of fast bowling talent in the country, but is sustained growth possible?
View ArticleEngland will attack, but 'also give you chances' - Ottis Gibson wants...
Bangladesh bowling coach extends support to the beleaguered Liton Das, expects Mustafizur Rahman to have an impact soon
View ArticleGibson 'proud' of the way Bangladesh bowlers 'kept going all day'
The Bangladesh seamers were accurate with the new ball and then picked up late wickets to restrict New Zealand to 258 for 5 on day one
View ArticleDisappointed Gibson urges Bangladesh to bowl better lengths
"One of my mantras is you can't control the scoring if you don't control the length"
View ArticleOttis Gibson quits as Bangladesh fast-bowling coach; takes up role with...
Local coaches to look after Bangladesh's pace department temporarily
View ArticleOttis Gibson to take over as Yorkshire's head coach
Former West Indies allrounder to become only second black head coach in county cricket
View ArticleDarren Gough, Ottis Gibson look to the future after Yorkshire's winter of...
Management vow that club has learnt lessons and listened to the need for change
View ArticleYorkshire's 'inexperience showed' says Ottis Gibson after semi-final exit
David Willey's absence proves crucial as Lancashire gun down 205 target
View ArticleOttis Gibson: 'When it comes to T20 World Cups, never discount West Indies'
"We knew West Indies possessed some of the best T20 players," former coach says on how they went about their business ten years ago
View ArticleTaskin's dream of world-class stature moves a step closer to reality
He's worked relentlessly on his fitness and skills since his comeback, and he's become the undisputed leader of Bangladesh's pace attack
View ArticleJonny Bairstow requests wicketkeeper role at Yorkshire to aid Ashes bid
England batter in race to be fit for Test summer after suffering "horrific" leg break last year
View ArticleYorkshire seek solace in cricket but Rafiq racism scandal casts long shadow
Club hierarchy turn focus to matters on the field as threat of further sanctions looms
View ArticleOttis Gibson: 'Harsh' to hit Yorkshire with points deductions for past failings
Head coach believes new regime shouldn't carry the can for racism scandal
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