Australia captain Mitchell Marsh has confirmed the availability of star pacer Mitchell Starc for the T20 World Cup match against arch-rivals England. Starc was doubtful for the opener against Oman after leaving the field with cramps.
Starc is ready to overcome his spasm fears and pick up the pace.
Concerns arose after Starc bowled just one delivery against Oman in the 15th over and received treatment on the field. He was subsequently replaced by Cameron Green. But Marsh assured fans that the incident was just a cramp and Starc is ready to fire against England.
“Stark is all good, he just had a little cramp last night,” Marsh said in his pre-game press conference. “So, like I said, he hasn’t taken any unnecessary risks and he’s healthy.”
The news comes as a huge relief to the Australian camp as Starc’s experience and blistering pace will be crucial in the journey to T20 World Cup glory. His presence strengthens an already powerful bowling attack featuring the likes of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Adam Zampa.
Adapting to different pitches: Australia confident in squad depth
In the ongoing T20 World Cup, there have been a variety of pitches across the stadium, with some favoring spinners and others providing assistance to pacers. This has led to the need for flexible team selection depending on specific match conditions.
But Australia seems unfazed by the surface changes. Marsh expressed confidence in his team of 15 people’s ability to adapt and deliver. “Yes, with the 15 we have, there are a lot of options to choose from in our team and these are just conditions. We certainly haven’t set anything and we want to pick the right team to win certain games and then go from there. .”
This adaptability could be a significant advantage for the Australians throughout the tournament. With a versatile team that can handle a variety of conditions, they are well-positioned to overcome any challenge.
Face Titan Battle: Starc vs. Wood, Archer, Jordan
The upcoming clash between Australia and England will be a battle of fast bowlers. While Starc leads the Australian pace attack, England boast a strong bowling unit with the likes of Mark Wood, Jofra Archer and Chris Jordan. All three bowlers have the ability to clock speeds in excess of 150 km per hour, making them a significant threat to even the most established batsmen.
Marsh acknowledged the threat posed by England’s pacers, saying, “Well, they throw 150 kilometers an hour, so that’s always a threat. Yes, they’re two good bowlers and yes, I’m looking forward to that challenge.”
This high-octane encounter promises to be a thrilling display of fast bowling. The outcome of a match can vary depending on which team’s pace attack is better able to control the opposing team’s batting line-up.
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