Tuesday, July 2, 2024 04:06 PM
Mitchell Marsh to lead Australia in T20 World Cup
- Steve Smith and Jake Fraser-McGurk excluded from Australian squad
- Selector George Bailey emphasizes squad balance for T20 World Cup success
- 22-year-old Fraser-McGurk's IPL form under close observation
Image Credits: Hindustan TimesAustralia's T20 World Cup squad led by Mitchell Marsh, excluding Steve Smith and Jake Fraser-McGurk, aims for success with a balanced team. Selector George Bailey's decision and Fraser-McGurk's IPL form highlighted.
Australia announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Mitchell Marsh appointed as captain. Notable exclusions from the team were former captain Steve Smith and young talent Jake Fraser-McGurk. The squad includes experienced players like David Warner, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Glenn Maxwell, with 11 members from the victorious 2021 T20 World Cup team.
Selector George Bailey mentioned that there were discussions about including Steve Smith due to his recent limited-overs form. However, the final squad aims to strike a balance for success in the tournament. The 22-year-old Fraser-McGurk, who has been in impressive form for Delhi Capitals in the IPL, will be closely monitored.
The T20 World Cup is scheduled to take place in the United States and West Indies in June. The Australian squad comprises players like Ashton Agar, Tim David, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, and Adam Zampa alongside the captain, Mitchell Marsh.
