http://www.senore.com/Cricket/SR-Watson-c2558 should definitely be captain– Cricket News Update
Australian batsman David Hussey, has given his take on the captaincy debate and offered support to all-rounder Shane Watson in terms of filling the role in the expected absence of original skipper, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/MJ-Clarke-c1978.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Sri-Lanka-c758 after being forced to retire hurt during his impressive 57-run knock on day 4 of the ongoing first Test. He however, returned to field but is in line to miss some competitive action in days to come.
The Aussies have shown reluctance in naming a possible deputy to Clarke in recent months, but that has largely to do with the presence of http://www.senore.com/Cricket/RT-Ponting-c2377. However, with Punter bidding farewell to cricket following the conclusion of the previous home series, the team faces an inevitable task to name a preferred replacement.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Watson-c96326 remains the obvious choice, having served as Clarke’s deputy over the past 18 months. However, injury has been a prominent stumbling block for the swashbuckling all-rounder, where he has missed plenty of Test cricket in the past year or so.
He was ruled out of the opening two Tests of the current home summer, and since returning to the side, has struggled to find his batting form. Nonetheless, he has carried the duties at the limited-overs level in the past, and therefore becomes an ideal choice to take over in Clarke’s absence.
The only other player would could lead the side is David’s elder brother, Michael Hussey. The 37-year-old previously held command on four occasions during http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Thomas-George-Burrows-c93472he 2006-07 season, but his record doesn’t inspire confidence. Under his stint, the Aussies lost all four ODIs.
Recognizing the need, Hussey feels that it is time for the selectors to show faith in Watson, despite his evident struggles with injuries.
"Shane's a fantastic leader and player in his own right," Hussey said."I think he's the right man for the job. If not, maybe they could pick my brother (http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Australia-c746, so maybe he should be vice-captain and Shane should definitely be captain."
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