Bangladesh batsman Tamim Iqbal says that his side have to expect plenty of short balls when they face the West Indies at Taunton on Monday.
This article was brought to you in partnership with Betfair Exchange. Always gamble responsibly
After beating South Africa in their first match of the World Cup, Bangladesh have lost twice and had a match abandoned due to rain. As a result, they badly need a victory to have any chance of making the semi-finals.
West Indies are in a similar predicament, with just three points from their four matches so far. Jason Holder’s men beat Pakistan comfortably in their opening World Cup game but defeats to Australia and England have left them with an uphill task to progress to the group stage.
“We are coming up with some ideas and plans looking at their (West Indies) current game [against England],” Walsh said. “They are two dangerous players we have to try to restrict, and get them out at the same time to have more control of the game. We will be focused on their team itself, because they have very good players in their team as well. I am sure we can perform as a team against West Indies.”
Bangladesh beat a West Indies side which featured Gayle and Russell during a tri-series in Ireland prior to the tournament and Walsh is hoping that experience can help Bangladesh.
“It is a big plus for us,” he added. “They are two world-class players. But it is a different tournament. We have to do it all over again. We will be looking in the context of the game itself. We will be seeing players who didn’t come to Bangladesh or play against us in the West Indies.
“They are probably full strength. We have been playing consistently well against West Indies. As long as we don’t take anything for granted or become complacent.”
