On Boxing Day, the focus was initially on Australian debutant Sam Konstas, who made a bold start with aggressive stroke-play against India’s bowlers. A confrontation between Konstas and Virat Kohli added intensity to the game, while Marnus Labuschagne endured a series of painful blows from Mohammed Siraj. Usman Khawaja capitalized on Konstas’s aggression to score a much-needed half-century, before the crowd at the MCG paid tribute to Shane Warne in a touching moment.
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Mitch Marsh still on selectors’ radar ahead of home Ashes but may have to rely solely on batting ability
Australian selectors are considering Mitch Marsh for the upcoming Ashes series, but his future as a bowler is uncertain due to ongoing injuries. Despite being dropped from the Test team and dealing with back issues, Marsh remains a valuable member of the T20 and one-day sides. The selectors are discussing his bowling role moving forward as he continues to recover and assess his options for the future. Full Article
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