'Players are working on mental and technical aspects'- Justin Sammons

Dean Elgar managed 5 runs in Gabba Test [Source: Twitter] 

The ongoing Australian tour for South Africa started on the wrong note after being blown away in the first Test at Brisbane. South Africa's batting unit has struggled in the past few months, failing to score 200-plus runs in their last six completed Test innings.

Proteas batting coach Justin Sammons ahead of the Boxing Day Test that starts on Monday, said that all players are working on their mental and technical aspects behind the scenes.

After the loss in the Gabba Test, skipper Dean Elgar, who is undergoing a lean patch, spoke about the need for batters to stand up and take charge in the remaining Tests. According to Sunday Times, Sammons said the players are aware of not playing to their potential.

“It does depend on the individual, where they are at in their careers and what they are looking to improve. For most guys, it is more the mental space, declaring game plans and committing to those game plans.

Guys always want to tough up on a few technical issues and make sure all of that is in place and they can go and trust their games. It does come down to the individual and where they are at.”

​Sammons further explained that South Africa's loss in the first Test had more to do with their poor performance than just the pitch on offer.

The third and final Test will be played in Sydney commencing January 3.

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