Australia World Cup Squad – 5 Players to Watch Out for

AustraliaWorld Cup squad for the 2023 edition has been announced, and it is undoubtedly one of the strongest teams in the tournament. The Kangaroos are five-time champions, and with Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell returning to the squad from injuries, Australia is a contender for a record sixth World Cup title.

Australia World Cup Squad Cricket 2023

Australia has a brilliant squad for the World Cup 2023. The likes of Starc, Maxwell, and Smith have returned from injury. Let us look at the 15-member Australia World Cup squad position-wise: 

1. Batters – David Warner, Steve Smith, Travis Head
   
2. All-Rounders – Glenn Maxwell,  Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis, Cameron Green, and Sean Abbott
   
3. Wicket-keeper:  Josh Inglis, Alex Carey
   
4. Bowlers – Pat Cummins (Captain), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, and Ashton Agar

Top 5 Players in the Australia World Cup Squad 2023

Australia has several players who could run the show in the ODI World Cup 2023. The following is the list of the top five Australian players who could set the stage on fire in India:

David Warner

David Warner, one of the most destructive batters in the world, can take down any bowling attack on a given day. He has played 150 ODIs so far, scoring 6397 runs at an amazing 96.44 strike rate.

The left-handed opening batter also has experience playing in 50-over ODI World Cups, representing Australia in the 2015 and 2019 editions. In the 18 ODI World Cup outings, he has scored 992 runs with an average of 62.00. For Australia to have a chance of winning the mega event, Warner needs to perform consistently. 

Steve Smith

Steve Smith, the most consistent batter for Australia, has performed across all formats. He has been part of the Australian World Cup squad since 2011 and would like a second ODI World Cup winners medal. 

In the 24 ODI World Cup matches that Steve Smith has played, he has scored 834 runs, which includes eight half-centuries and one century. The 34-year-old is integral to Aussies’ World Cup plans. 

Mitchell Marsh

Mitchell Marsh will be a great asset for the Australian team in the 2023 ODI World Cup. He has played only three ODI World Cup matches, and that too in 2015, where he had an average tournament. 

The all-rounder has scored 2231 runs and picked up 54 wickets in his ODI career. Australia will rely heavily on Mitchell Marsh, especially for his ability to counter any bowling attack.

Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc, Australia’s top pace bowler, is one of the bowlers to watch out for during the ODI World Cup. He was the player of the tournament in the 2015 ODI World Cup, picking up 22 wickets. 

The left-arm pacer has represented Australia in two ODI World Cups in 2015 and 2019. He has picked up 49 wickets in just the 18 ODI matches he played in the World Cup. Overall, Starc has over 200 ODI wickets in 111 matches. The new-ball bowler will be a crucial player for Australia with his ability to swing the ball both ways.

Adam Zampa

Adam Zampa is a vital player in Australia’s World Cup squad. In Indian conditions, spinners will be an asset, especially leg spinners. Also, Zampa has plenty of experience playing in Indian conditions. 

The Shellharbour-born cricketer Adam Zampa has only played four ODI World Cup matches, and that too in the 2019 ODI World Cup. He has 142 ODI wickets and will be hungry for more during the 2023 ODI World Cup.

Note: Stats as of 26/09/2023

Concluding Thoughts

Australia World Cup squad for 2023 includes dynamic players like Green, Maxwell, and Marsh. The champion side is hunting their sixth ODI World Cup trophy, and the Aussie faithful will expect experienced players like Warner, Smith, and Cummins to bring their A-game.  

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