Australia’s Twenty20 World Cup squad has received a boost with the inclusion of rising talent Jake Fraser-McGurk and versatile batsman Matt Short as traveling reserves. Fraser-McGurk, who plays for Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League, has been in exceptional form, amassing 330 runs in just nine matches with a remarkable strike rate of 234.4. Short, on the other hand, impressed in the recent Big Bash League, showcasing his ability to both bat and bowl off-spin. Both players were strong contenders for the initial 15-man squad but narrowly missed out due to the strength of Australia’s top order. Chief selector George Bailey praised their performances and emphasized the importance of having a backup plan given the tournament’s demanding schedule. The Australian squad will depart for Trinidad on Thursday for a training camp, which will include practice matches against Namibia and West Indies. Key players involved in the IPL playoffs, including David Warner and Pat Cummins, will join the team at a later stage. The Twenty20 World Cup is set to commence in the United States and West Indies on June 2nd, providing an exciting stage for these emerging stars to showcase their skills.
Emerging Stars Fraser-McGurk and Short Join Australia’s T20 World Cup Squad
