Rosier outlook for Gray after historic Ibrox victory

[BBC] David Gray took a massive risk at Ibrox with a team selection that hinted heavily at prioritising our Conference League fixture on Thursday over one of the most difficult away games in the league. He brought in several players from the cold, notably Ante Suto, Thibault Klidje, Josh Campbell and Kanyo Megwa, raising more than a few eyebrows among the Hibs support. But the gaffer's brave choice was vindicated with a battling performance from a Hibs side that won away to Rangers for the third successive season for the first time in our history. Gray has made a habit of breaking unwanted records - Sunday was also the first time Rangers manager Derek McInnes had lost a home game to Hibs. We looked every bit the well-coached, motivated team Gray's critics have suggested we are not. To a man the players stood up to be counted for Gray - this was the performance Hibs fans have been waiting for. We weren't swashbuckling or dominant with possession, but we fought for everything and when chances came, we were clinical. I've long said Gray needs more time. He can point to the availability of Jamie McGrath and Suto as a sign his squad is getting closer to its best. With Nicky Cadden still to return, things are looking much rosier for Gray in the wake of this win. A final mention for young Owen Elding. Brought on with just minutes remaining, he showed composure beyond his years to bring a calmness to proceedings and set Hibs on our way to the crucial attack that won the match. The 20-year-old forward is one to watch this season and Gray should be looking to build his team around him. You can find Matty Fairnie at Longbangers podcast