Logie: Losing toss cost us dear
“It was a good toss to win, no doubt about that,” said Logie. “The pitch did a lot this morning for the opposition bowlers, and we were under a lot of pressure losing those two early wickets.
“I think we did well to make 235 in the end, but it was possibly 50 runs short of what we wanted.
“Then when we bowled it was disappointing to see our allocated strike bowlers unable to complete their allotted 10 overs, after you’ve sat down and planned your attack.
“It was a difficult situation. I understand Steede is complaining about a back strain, Hurdle is at the hotel, he’s not too well. It made it difficult for us.
“I think we’re under the gun as far as the bowling is concerned. At the end of the day it’s a learning curve for most of the guys, the conditions are tough.
“But they can rise to the occasion. I feel if we can put more runs on the board it’ll give our bowlers a better chance of performing.
“Our strength is really our batting, that’s a reality we have to deal with.”
One of the positives of yesterday’s result, Logie agreed, was the bowling of Janeiro Tucker who took two wickets and gave up just 23 runs in his 10 overs, having been used sparingly so far on tour.
“Janeiro bowled pretty well, he’s been suffering with a knee injury and we’ve been trying to restrict his movement on the field of play. But he came through and did well today.”
With no time to rest before today’s second series match against Holland, Logie said his players would take the game in their stride.
“It’ll be a different pitch, hopefully not as lively as it was this morning and hopefully the players will be able to settle down and bat.
“If we can put 260 or 270 runs on the board, it’ll give us a good chance — even if one or two bowlers don’t have a good day.
“Steede will definitely be out. Hurdle, I’m hoping when I get back to the hotel I’ll find him fit and ready to go.”
