The Ashes 2025-26 The series is moving forward quickly, and the anticipation is already building Australia Be prepared to host arch rivals England In what promises to be another fiercely competitive battle. With the first Test taking place at Perth Stadium, it is set to be one of the major talking points in Australian cricket. Usman KhawajaOpening partner of. Since the retirement of david warnerThe selectors have tried many combinations without finding a long-term solution at the top of the order.
David Warner announces Usman Khawaja’s opening partner for the first Ashes Test
Former opening batsman Warner has now expressed his support to the young batsmen. Sam Konstas To open with Khawaja in the Ashes opener. Warner believes Konstas has the right technique and mentality to succeed against England’s fast bowlers and urged the selectors to give him an extended chance despite his recent performances.
“I would like them to maybe stick with Sam and give him a chance. He scored a century in the Australia A series in India last month and batted excellent there. I don’t think we have seen what Sam Konsta is really capable of. Last year, he might have been overwhelmed by the opportunity, but he is a quality player. I have seen him play some great innings and build them patiently. He just needs to focus on doing that again. Need.” Warner said this during the launch of Kayo Sports’ Summer of Cricket in Sydney.
Constas, who could only score 50 runs in six innings during the West Indies series earlier this year, will be keen to strengthen his case for retention when he represents New South Wales in the second round of the Sheffield Shield against Victoria at the Junction Oval. Facing a strong bowling attack Scott Boland And fergus o’neillThe 21-year-old has an important opportunity to impress the national selectors.
Despite a difficult start to the home season with scores of 4 and 14 against Western Australia in Perth, both NSW coaches greg shippard and experienced spinner nathan lyon The WACA defended the youngster, citing the ‘naughty’ nature of the pitch, which made batting extremely difficult.
Warner on where Marnus Labuschagne should bat
During this time, marnus labuschagne Has continued to press his claim for a Test return with impressive performances for Queensland. The right-handed batsman recently scored 160 runs in the Sheffield Shield, which coupled with two consecutive centuries in the domestic ODI competition, makes him a strong contender for the upcoming Ashes squad. While Warner praised Labuschagne’s form, he was reluctant to see him move up the order.
“He has done a lot to get back into the team, no doubt. But I don’t want to see him opening. Marnus is made for No. 3 – that’s where he is most effective. When someone averages 50 in Tests, you don’t experiment with him.” Warner added.
As the countdown to the Ashes continues, Australia’s selection dilemma at the top remains one of the biggest talking points. Whether the selectors opt for the youthful promise of Konstas or the experience of Labuschagne, the Perth Test will mark the beginning of another exciting chapter in cricket’s oldest rivalry.
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