Ahead of a high-voltage clash against England, Australia will be without their two best players. After all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, opener Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the marquee clash. Marsh has flown back to Australia for some personal reasons and will not be available for selection against England.
On Thursday, Marsh returned home in Perth, and the dates for his comeback are in jeopardy. The unavailability of key players like Marsh has prompted speculation about potential replacements, although it remains uncertain whether a decision will be made. This setback comes after a concussion ruled out all-rounder Glenn Maxwell. He fell off a golf cart while playing with his teammates in Ahmedabad.
The five-time ODI World Cup champions, Australia, are gearing up to face defending champions England in Ahmedabad on Saturday. With crucial matches against Afghanistan and Bangladesh approaching, Australia’s current focus is securing a spot in the semi-finals. A win here will increase their chances for the playoffs, while a loss will help England increase their chances of qualifying for the Champions Trophy in 2025.
Marcus Stoinis is set to make a comeback for Australia
In brighter news, the return of all-rounder Marcus Stoinis from injury is a positive development for the team. The Aussie allrounder has suffered a calf injury and is now set to make a comeback. He might replace injured Glenn Maxwell in the playing XI. Meanwhile, another all-rounder, Cameron Green, is expected to be included in the playing XI. He will be replacing Mitchell Marsh in the game against England.
It’s worth noting that winning against Australia is necessary for England to stay alive in the race for the Champions Trophy in 2025. The top seven teams along with host Pakistan, will participate in the upcoming mega event. The event is scheduled to take place in Pakistan. However, it’s unlikely that big teams like India and Australia will travel to Pakistan amid rising security concerns.
Here is how fans react to Mitchell Marsh’s unavailability:
Will he back again for Semi Finals????
— ?? ?? ?????? ??????????? (@BharathTweetz) November 2, 2023
So Green and stoinis will come in for mash and maxwell
— Cricket Polls (@CricPollsdaily) November 2, 2023
So Maxwell was already out due to concussion and now Marsh is out!
All that England needs now is to get the wicket of Warner and Head to stand a chance against their arch rivals! ?
— Manthan (@manthanojha_) November 2, 2023
No Maxwell. No Marsh.
Good chance for Eng to beat Australia which will further increase the chance of Afg. Let's go…..
— Yogesh (@yogeshontop) November 2, 2023
Eng will still lose?
— Mukul (@mukuljakhar07) November 2, 2023
what's his reasons?
— Agana George (@agana_george) November 2, 2023
Yeah it's great news for England..two big guns are not playing they just need to take head and Warner wicket and it will be all over for Australia
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) November 2, 2023
Big loss for Australia ? after Maxwell concussion.
— Anupama Singh (@anupamaasingh) November 2, 2023
May be come back ?
— Radha Rani? (@radharanivideos) November 2, 2023
