Ranchi, Nov. 28 -- Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed confidence in Indian batter Ruturaj Gaikwad, saying that if he gets an opportunity in the upcoming India vs South Africa ODI series, "he will do the country proud."

Speaking at a press conference ahead of the first ODI of the three-match series, set to start from November 30, Morkel praised him as a long-standing quality player and expressed confidence that he would make the country proud if given the opportunity.

"It's great to have him here. He's been a quality player for a number of years, and if he gets this opportunity, I'm pretty sure he'll do the country very proud," the Indian coach said.

Meanwhile, Morkel also highlighted that the series is a valuable opportuni...