Time we be hair-raisers on world stage

For Ryder Cup captains, there is now frequently a vow to mark success with a tattoo. For the coach of Scotland’s cricketers, it’s a hair transplant.

But Shane Burger says the pressure of producing at the T20 World Cup will not be too tricky to manage.

The Scots start the first phase of the showpiece today against Bangladesh in Oman as they bid to make it out of Group B and into the Super 12 round.

Burger, 39, said: “Growing up in

South Africa brought a lot of pressure in itself. You grow up in a third world country and you have to deal with all different kinds of pressure and navigate a way through it.

“It’s something we all had to do from a very young age. I thoroughly enjoy being under pressure and actually thrive under it. As a player you almost looked forward to it. But I get more of a rush out of coaching than I ever did out of playing. It doesn’t help the stress levels or the ageing process – it’s not good for the hairline either.

“I’ve promised the players if we win the World Cup, I’ll be investing in a hair transplant at the top there!

“We’re here to create great memories and so far so good.”

Gareth Murray says Glasgow Rocks recruit Jordan Johnson has been a revelation, declaring: “There’s nothing he can’t do.” Next up for the American are Newcastle in the BBL Cup today, having propelled Glasgow to the brink of the quarter-finals with more than seven assists per game.

Coach Murray didn’t believe they’d tempt him but said: “He’s been even better than I expected as someone who can control the tempo of a game.” Dundee Stars went down 3- 0 to Guildford Flames in last night’s Elite Ice Hockey League action.