KSCA welcomes Venkatesh Prasad's appointment as bowling coach

Bangalore, Apr 7 (UNI) Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Secretary Brijesh Patel today welcomed the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to appoint former speedster Venkatesh Prasad is appointed as Team India bowling coach for the forthcoming Bangladesh tour.

Speaking to UNI here, he described the BCCI decision as a ''good one'' and said it was a great opportunity for the former pacer from the State to contribute to the Indian team. ''The experience of Prasad, having played so many matches for the country, would definitely come in handy for the Indian team, especially the bowling attack,'' he added.

Mr Patel also welcomed the BCCI's decision to opt for a fielding coach.

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