Mitchell Marsh Unlikely to Bowl in T20I Series Against England
Injury Concerns Force All-rounder to Focus on Batting
Mitchell Marsh is unlikely to bowl in Australia's upcoming T20I series against England due to an ankle injury. The all-rounder sustained the injury during the recent Big Bash League (BBL), and while he is expected to be fit enough to bat, he will not be able to bowl.
This is a significant blow to Australia's bowling attack, as Marsh has been a key performer in recent years. He has taken 32 wickets in 33 T20Is at an average of 21.59, and his ability to bowl at the death has been particularly valuable.
Impact on Australia's Team Balance
Marsh's absence means that Australia will have to find a new bowling all-rounder to fill his place. This could open up an opportunity for someone like Ashton Agar or Dan Christian, although neither player has Marsh's experience or quality.
It could also force Australia to change their team balance, with an extra batsman being brought into the side to compensate for Marsh's absence. However, this would weaken their bowling attack, so it is a decision that will need to be carefully considered.
England's Advantage
Marsh's injury is a boost for England, who will be looking to exploit his absence. They have a number of dangerous batsmen in their lineup, and with Marsh unable to bowl, they will be confident of putting up a big score.
However, Australia will still be confident of winning the series, even without Marsh. They have a strong batting lineup of their own, and their bowling attack is still capable of taking wickets.
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