If I Was Australia, I'd Pick Marsh at Top for Perth Test: Vaughan
Former England captain Michael Vaughan expressed that he would have chosen Mitchell Marsh to open the batting in the first Test at Perth, starting November 21. He emphasized Marsh's right-handedness and how it would pose challenges for England in the Ashes opener.
Marsh, known for his impressive white-ball performances, last appeared in a Test match during the fourth game of the Border-Gavaskar Series at the MCG in December before being dropped.
"I think Mitchell Marsh is a player for a couple of months now, has been Australia’s best player. I know it’s a different format, but his stillness at the crease has been very, very good. The innings that he played in 2023 at Headingley against 95 miles per hour of Mark Wood was exceptional, and the way that he plays pace bowling is why I would have gone with Mitch Marsh at the top of the order. Jofra Archer against two left-handers at the top of the order … I think he’ll be quite happy to see that."
Vaughan’s comments were reported by Fox Cricket. Meanwhile, uncapped left-hander Jake Weatherald, who impressed in last season's Sheffield Shield, was named in the 15-player squad and is likely to open alongside Usman Khawaja.
Author’s summary: Michael Vaughan believes Mitchell Marsh’s calm technique and recent form make him the ideal choice to open for Australia in the upcoming Ashes Test at Perth.
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