As Australia gears up for the second test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, they have added Tasmanian all-rounder Beau Webster to their squad as a cover for the injured Mitch Marsh. Webster, who has been in tremendous form in the domestic circuit, will provide much-needed depth to the Australian lineup as they look to bounce back from their defeat in the first test. With his impressive Sheffield Shield record, which includes 900 runs and 30 wickets in a single season, Webster is ready to take on any role assigned to him by the team management.
Beau Webster Added to Australian Squad for India Border-Gavaskar Trophy as Injury Cover
Australia has bolstered its squad for the second test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India with the inclusion of Tasmanian all-rounder Beau Webster. Webster joins the team as a cover for the injured Mitchell Marsh, who remains sidelined with an ankle injury.
Webster, 26, has been in excellent form in the domestic circuit, consistently performing well for the Tasmanian Tigers in the Sheffield Shield. During the 2022-23 season, he amassed 900 runs at an average of 52.94, including three centuries, and claimed 30 wickets with his medium-fast bowling.
His impressive performances earned him a call-up to Australia's One-Day International and Twenty20 International squads, where he made his debut in both formats in 2023. Webster has since played four ODIs and two T20Is for Australia.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Why is Mitchell Marsh unavailable for the second test? Mitchell Marsh suffered an ankle injury during the first test in Nagpur and was ruled out of the remainder of the series.
2. What are Beau Webster's strengths as a player? Webster is a versatile all-rounder who can bat in the middle order, bowl medium-fast pace, and field effectively.
3. How many runs and wickets has Webster taken in the Sheffield Shield? In the 2022-23 Sheffield Shield season, Webster scored 900 runs and took 30 wickets.
4. Has Webster played any international cricket before? Yes, Webster has played four ODIs and two T20Is for Australia since making his debut in 2023.
5. What is the status of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series? India won the first test in Nagpur by an innings and 132 runs, and the series is currently tied at 1-0. The second test will be played at The Gabba in Brisbane from February 17-21, 2025.
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