Australia’s Selection Dilemma for WTC Final 2023 Resolved
Pat Cummins has confirmed that Scott Boland will be the chosen one to replace Josh Hazlewood in Australia’s Playing XI for the upcoming India clash. With a deep fast bowling unit, the team had a difficult decision to make, but Cummins believes Boland’s swing and pace will be beneficial at the Oval. Despite his lack of form in Tests, David Warner is expected to keep his opening spot.
Cummins on Boland: “Hit Your Good Areas and Stay There”
Cummins spoke to Cricket.com.au about the selection of Boland, saying, “Someone like Scotty, it’s just a really simple game-plan – you hit your good areas and you stay there all day and hopefully the ball will do the work for you. He’s had a few bowls over here now and has looked good. But he looks good whenever he bowls.”
Cameron Green to Add Further Bite to Attack
The team has no major injury concerns, apart from Hazlewood, and Cameron Green is expected to bowl, adding more power to the already formidable attack. Cummins will be leading the bowling unit, with Mitchell Starc providing support.
Conclusion
Australia have a strong team in place for the upcoming India clash and, with the selection of Boland to replace Hazlewood, the selection dilemma for the WTC Final 2023 has been resolved. Cummins and Starc will be leading the bowling attack, with Green providing an extra layer of potency.