Australia looks at its youngsters to grab the opportunity – Cricket News Update
Australian skipper http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Mickey-Arthur-c1969 are well aware of their strengths and weaknesses as they take a modest batting package along for the English tour, which will see a 5-match ODI series, kick-started by the first match on June 29,
at Lord's.
Arriving in London without the veterans like http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Peter-Forrest-c2176, whose experience and talent look relatively
modest when compared to the two Australian greats. Opening batsman http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Matthew-Wade-c1933 will also face a huge test for the first time by a strong English side.
The tourists have relied on a strong bowling attack by bringing six fast bowlers, the Aussies look relaxed with their bowling prospects but batting is their weakest link. Except for the top-order, boasting of a talented http://www.senore.com/Cricket/SR-Watson-c2558 and a reliable Captain
Michael Clarke, the uncertainty of the remaining batting lineup is a reason for concern.
Australia lacks the quality of Ian Bell in their young batting line, who could strengthen the middle-order as well as open the innings when the need comes. http://www.senore.com/Cricket/IR-Bell-c1597 took the opening responsibilities and smashed a brilliant century with ten stitches on his
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/GP-Swann-c1501, in his very first outing since Kevin Pietersen’s premature retirement.
Speaking on the absence of senior player, the former Proteas coach said, "It changes the dynamics quite a bit and that is why we are looking for other players to stand up quite a bit and take over that responsibility," Arthur said. "Michael and http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Ricardo-Gouveia-c84824 are
not going to be around for ever so this gives the guys out here to stake their claims and an opportunity to make their mark and show us they belong. I am looking forward to seeing who stands up and takes this opportunity."
The skipper http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Australia-c746, terming his absence, not just a loss for the visiting team but for any side. He also emphasized the need for the youngsters to grab any opportunity
that comes their way. “It's a real good opportunity for some new young guys to grab hold of their chance with both hands,” added the captain.
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