Australia’s Fearsome Attack for WTC Final 2023
Pat Cummins has declared that Scott Boland will be given the nod over Michael Neser to replace Josh Hazlewood in the Australian XI for the upcoming World Test Championship Final. With a plethora of fast bowlers available, the selection was a difficult one for the team. However, Cummins believes that Boland’s pace and swing will be beneficial at the Oval. Furthermore, David Warner is expected to keep his spot at the top of the batting order, despite his poor form in Tests.
Cummins on Boland
The Australian fast bowler spoke highly of Boland to Cricket.com.au, 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.”
Green to Join the Attack
Apart from Hazlewood, there are no major injury concerns for the Australian team. Cameron Green was hit on the arm in his last IPL game, yet he has been showing a lot of promise in training. Green is expected to bowl as well, boosting the potency of the already-formidable attack. Pat Cummins will lead the bowling attack, supported by Mitchell Starc.
Conclusion
Australia’s bowling attack for the WTC Final 2023 is looking ominous, with a mix of experience and fresh talent. Boland and Green have been selected to join Cummins and Starc in what is sure to be a formidable quartet. With the likes of Warner, Smith and Labuschagne in the batting line-up, the team is brimming with confidence ahead of the tournament.