Australia have added Marnus Labuschagne for the upcoming ODI series against India which will be starting from Sunday in Perth, Australia. This decision has been taken because Cameron Green was sidelined due to side strain which has initially ruled him out of the squad. Labuschagne is a good addition as he comes with strong form and performed exceptionally well in the domestic circuit which earned him surprise call back into the squad.
As far as Cameron Green is concerned his injury has come out to be a low-grade strain and with Ashes just six weeks away, Australian management is not willing to take any risk and stay cautious. The decision to rest is a precaution which ensures that he remains available for the series against England.
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“Cameron Green has been ruled out of the (India) series having experienced low-grade side soreness at training this week,” Cricket Australia said.
“Green will complete a short period of rehabilitation and is tracking to return to play in round three of the Sheffield Shield to continue his preparation for the Ashes.”
Labuschagne on the other hand as smashed four centuries in the last five innings across formats which includes two in the 50-over format. The performance has also added on his chances to secure a spot in the Ashes squad. The series against India will be an integral part of his preparation and will bolster his chance to play the Ashes.
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India and Australia will play the three-match ODIs starting from October 19 which will also feature India’s legendary duo Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. After the conclusion of the ODI series India will be playing the five-match T20I series against Australia.
