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Marsh: Australia's depth to cover injured stars
5 Feb
Summary
- Mitchell Marsh trusts squad depth despite key pace injuries.
- Australian spinners expected to perform well on Sri Lankan pitches.
- Australia faces a tricky group draw but remains confident.
Australian captain Mitchell Marsh has voiced strong faith in his team's depth to compensate for the injuries of key pacers Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood during the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. Cummins is out with a back strain, while Hazlewood will miss initial group matches due to an Achilles niggle.
Marsh emphasized the quality of players who have stepped up, noting their extensive experience. He also expressed hope for the spinners, including Adam Zampa and Matthew Kuhnemann, to excel on Sri Lankan pitches known for aiding slow bowlers. Despite a recent 0-3 T20I series loss to Pakistan, Marsh is not overly concerned, pointing to Australia's thorough preparation.
The team is in Group B alongside Ireland, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Oman. Marsh acknowledged this as a "tricky draw" but remains confident in Australia's ability to navigate the challenges, citing their consistent performance over the past 18 months and the team's diverse experience.
Other captains, Scott Edwards of the Netherlands, Jatinder Singh of Oman, and Paul Stirling of Ireland, also shared their team's excitement and outlook for the tournament, with specific mentions of upcoming matches against strong opponents like India.
