Australia’s star batsman Steve Smith says he will be flexible when it comes to batting as he looks to get off to a strong start for the 2023 ODI World Cup in Chennai on Sunday. The Australian team will be without the services of opener Travis Head, who was ruled out earlier in the tournament.
Travis Head missed most of the tournament but was selected in the World Cup 15-a-side squad despite breaking his hand, while Steve Smith primarily played in the team’s number three position. He is hitting and has the desire to step up to the plate. Upcoming mega-events will change Australia’s position.
Steve Smith has told the media that he would like to use Travis Head for a few matches in the ODI World Cup, with No. 3 being his preferred batting position, but that is also possible. He hinted that it was. Be prepared to be at bat for your team in any position depending on the game situation.
“It will be interesting. We are hopeful that Heady can still come. He still has a ways to go before he is potentially fit. Three is my favorite It’s a tough position, but he’ll probably step up to bat wherever he’s asked to bat,” Steve Smith said.
Steve Smith has been an exceptional player for Australia in all three formats of the game and played a key role in Australia’s 2015 ODI World Cup victory on home soil. The star batsman has the right pace. Perform in ODIs – win games in all conditions.
He Is Likely To Bat In The Top-four Throughout The World Cup – Steve Smith
Steve Smith believes Marcus Labuscagne will play a key role with the bat in the World Cup, with the star batsman definitely starting against India, cementing his place in the top four and making an impact on the world. He said he hopes to give the following. This is the marquee event in which he was crowned champion five times.
“He came back, took his chances, crept into the team, and now he has a clear chance of being a top-four player through the World Cup. Look at how he’s playing at the moment And I think he’s confident and he understands the feel of day-to-day cricket and the pace and all that stuff.
“Once he gets there, he’s a very good player. So, not surprised,” Steve Smith added.
Marnus Labuschagne has scored 927 runs in 29 ODI innings at an average of 34.33 and a strike rate of 83.44. The right-handed batsman has solid tight technique and could be of great use to Australia given their explosive middle order and could play a key role for the team throughout the World Cup season.
