Mitchell Marsh provides important fitness update before IND vs AUS series

Mitchell Marsh scores a century and 164 runs in five ODIs against India

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has announced that he will be playing as a specialist batter in the three-match ODI series against India as he is coming off a long injury lay-off after ankle surgery in December. The 31-year-old will, however, be fit to bowl for his franchise Delhi Capitals (DC) in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL 2023). According to him, he is still a month or three weeks away from bowling in games and is building towards the IPL. Marsh said that he is not rushing back and the surgery was done to prolong his career as an allrounder. Marsh has scored 164 runs in five ODIs against India, including a century. Recently, he also scored a century and a half-century for the Western Australian in the Sheffield Shield and Marsh Cup.

Why Australia Needs to Develop Green as a Future Captain: The Case for His Leadership Potential

"It's Time for Australia to Develop Cameron Green as a Future Captain"

Australia should recognize Cameron Green's potential as a future leader instead of treating him as an unassuming player in the team. Green should be included in leadership groups to learn from experienced players such as Steve Smith, David Warner, and Usman Khawaja before they retire.

Green's state team, Western Australia, should also provide him with opportunities to grow as a leader. If his career continues to progress steadily, Green's experience and credentials will make him a strong candidate for Australian captaincy.

In the recent fourth Test against India, Green demonstrated his rare class and poise by scoring a debut Test century. Despite not exuding the natural charisma of past Australian captains like Mark Taylor, Green's calm and collected demeanor makes him effective in settling players down.

Historically, future Australian Test leaders have often been hidden in plain sight and wrapped in deceptive packages. Players like Steve Waugh, Ricky Ponting, and Steve Smith initially did not appear to have the leadership qualities needed to become captains.

However, Australia has not been great at nurturing future leaders and often relies on the system's natural abrasive forces to produce candidates. At only 23 years old, Green has been in the first-class system since he was 17, and his maturity was evident when he refused a dressing room beer invitation at that young age.

By developing Green's leadership potential, Australia can secure its future by grooming a strong and capable leader for the national team.

Green Scores First Century in Impressive Debut

"Green Achieves First Test Century with Impressive Performance"

With a cut to the boundary off Ravindra Jadeja, Cameron Green completes his maiden Test century in just 144 deliveries.

Having entered the game late yesterday when Australia was struggling, Green has been outstanding and has helped his team secure a commanding position.

Commenting on Green's performance, Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar says, "What a fantastic way to reach a hundred. This young man has played an excellent innings."

Mitchell Johnson also adds, "I'm curious about the impact this will have on his confidence and his game going forward. He's a talented all-rounder and an exciting prospect."