Australia set to unleash new bowling hope Beardman against England
PERTH: Australia will unleash their new pace bowling hope Mahli Beardman in the first of three one-dayers against England on Friday, with skipper Mitchell Marsh calling him “an amazing talent.”
Australia is set to introduce their promising new fast bowler, Mahli Beardman, against England in the opening of three one-day matches on Friday. Team captain Mitchell Marsh heralds Beardman as an "amazing talent" and a "ripping young kid," praising his early game understanding and his love for bowling fast.
Veteran quicks Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood will miss the series due to the lingering impact of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, which has resurfaced this week. This has provided selectors with an opportunity to bring in several fresh faces as they prepare for their upcoming World Cup defense next year.
Beardman made his T20 debut in January, taking 2-33 against Pakistan in Lahore, before undergoing a seven-month recovery from a back stress injury. The remaining squad will be finalized during the toss, but Xavier Bartlett is expected to lead the attack alongside Beardman and left-arm seamer Spencer Johnson. Additional all-rounders Jack Edwards and Liam Scott are also potential options.
Marsh and Travis Head spearhead the Australian batting lineup, with Test stars Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis, Cameron Green, Matt Renshaw, and Alex Carey also included in the squad. However, Batsman Jacob Bethell and paceman Josh Tongue will miss the match due to injuries and will return home.
England, despite facing setbacks before the games commenced, will primarily rely on veteran batter Joe Root and pace spearhead Jofra Archer. Australia will face England in a five-match T20 series following the ODI series.
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