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‘Ye sab injured the na?’ – Fans react as Australia announces squad for three-match ODI series against India

Sep 17, 2023 4:26 pm

With the return of big names like Pat Cummins, Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc, Australia have announced their full 18-member squad for the ODI series against India, starting on September 22. Power-hitting all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, who was ruled out of the ongoing South Africa tour with an injury, will also make a comeback in the three-match series. The first ODI will begin on September 22 in Mohali, while Indore and Rajkot will host the next two matches on September 24 and 27, respectively.

The series will be crucial for both teams as they enter the ODI World Cup a week later, taking place across various states in India. The premier 50-over tournament will begin on October 5 in Ahmedabad, while India and Australia will face each other in Chennai on October 8 to kick off their campaign. As a final preparation step, both teams will aim for a positive outing in the upcoming bilateral series.

Labuschagne has a great chance to make it to the WC squad

While Marnus Labuschagne, who staged an impressive performance against the Proteas, earned a place in the squad, Travis Head’s exclusion after sustaining a wrist injury has become a massive setback for the Kangaroos. The Aussie opener reportedly suffered a fractured left arm during the fourth ODI against South Africa at Centurion. While Head’s participation in the World Cup is in serious doubt, Labuschagne, who has not been named in Australia’s 15-man squad, has a great chance to prove the selectors wrong.

Adam Zampa and Tanveer Sangha are the two spinners. Nathan Ellis and Spencer Johnson have also been added to the squad to join the pace attack. Meanwhile, Ashton Agar will miss the series due to the birth of his first child.

Australia squad for three-match ODI series against India: Pat Cummins (c), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa.

Here’s how fans reacted to Australia’s squad for ODI series against India:

Finally Labuschagne is here… Good cricket will be played between two top class teams 🙌

— Amrit (@Amrit_Uvach) September 17, 2023

Australia is also having very good Young players.

— Rich By Knowledge (@RSR020690R) September 17, 2023

Ok… Don't be dishearten after losing to Bharat 🇮🇳

— Statistics of Bharat 🇮🇳 (@Stats4Bharat) September 17, 2023

Bc sab fit hogye😭

— Abhishek (@be_mewadi) September 17, 2023

Solid squad! Excited to see these Aussie stars shine against India. With such firepower and talent, it's going to be a thrilling series. Let the battle begin! 💪🔥 #AustraliaODISquad

— Somanath Mishra 🇮🇳 (@somnath_bbsr) September 17, 2023

Labuschagne is back 💪

— Dhruv (@Dhrxv_18) September 17, 2023

Prime Australia 😈

— Bavuma Academy (@AcademyBavuma) September 17, 2023

Best Practice For World Cup

This Series Will Tell Where We Are Going In World Cup.

— the DUGOUT – ( Fantasy Football And Cricket ) (@ViratKohli_007) September 17, 2023