Cricinfo: Australia's Opening Debate – Who Will Join Usman Khawaja?
It's the major debate in Australian cricket: will Steven Smith be Usman Khawaja's partner for the Border-Gavaskar Test series against India? Australia's recent performance in the T20 World Cup has been less than stellar, leading to a focus on the long-term replacement for David Warner.
Smith's stint as an opener has seen criticism from teammates and commentators alike, raising questions about whether he should return to his previous role at No. 4. His latest comments suggest uncertainty as he weighs feedback from players like Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne.
Cricinfo dives into the implications of these decisions, highlighting the need for Australia to solidify its repertoire as they prepare for eight ODIs and three T20Is leading to crucial Tests.
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