Jon Pierik rates Australia's players after a 36-run loss to India in their World Cup clash at the Oval.
The loss leaves Australia with a 2-1 record, heading into Wednesday's clash against Pakistan in Taunton.
David Warner 6.5
56 off 84 balls
Lacked urgency and finished with the slowest half-century of his career although the bowling was accurate. Yet to regain his timing and power since returning to the side but needs to soon if Australia is to retain their title.
Aaron Finch 6.5
36 off 35 balls
Was in good touch and threatened to drag his side into a winning position until he was run out in a mix up with Warner, leaving him fuming.
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Usman Khawaja 6.5
42 off 39 balls
Dropped to No.4 because of a need for a right-hander at No.3 to accompany Warner but his spot still appears up for grabs. Hard not to feel his best role is as an opener but there is no vacancy. Shaun Marsh pressing.
Australia's best against the West Indies: Steve Smith.Credit:AP
Steve Smith 7
69 off 70 balls
Has found his groove quickly since returning to the side but, on this occasion, needed someone to stick with him and deliver at a quick rate. While he was at the crease, Australia had a chance but the run-rate blew out to more than 11 an over.
Glenn Maxwell 5
0-45 off seven overs and 28 runs off 14 balls
Was given the ball early ahead of Zampa and looked to keep things tight with his off-spin. Came to the crease needing to get a move on with the run rate escalating but fell to a mistimed slog sweep just as he threatened fireworks.
Marcus Stoinis 4.5
2-62 off seven overs and 0
Claimed the big wickets of Kohli and Dhoni but the damage had already been done. His batting is an issue, meaning his spot could be up for debate. Needs a good knock to settle the nerves.
Alex Carey 6
55 not out off 35 balls
Has been in superb touch with the bat, beginning against the West Indies, ensuring there is depth in the lower order. Could leap a spot in the order. Dropped a catch off Pandya which proved costly.
Alex Carey provided valuable runs.Credit:AP
Nathan Coulter-Nile 6
1-63 off 10 overs and 4
His position will be debated heading into the clash against Pakistan. Fought back after conceding 14 runs off his second over. Claimed his first wicket of the series and should have had a second but he needs to deliver for AustraliaRead More – Source
Jon Pierik rates Australia's players after a 36-run loss to India in their World Cup clash at the Oval.
The loss leaves Australia with a 2-1 record, heading into Wednesday's clash against Pakistan in Taunton.
David Warner 6.5
56 off 84 balls
Lacked urgency and finished with the slowest half-century of his career although the bowling was accurate. Yet to regain his timing and power since returning to the side but needs to soon if Australia is to retain their title.
Aaron Finch 6.5
36 off 35 balls
Was in good touch and threatened to drag his side into a winning position until he was run out in a mix up with Warner, leaving him fuming.
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Usman Khawaja 6.5
42 off 39 balls
Dropped to No.4 because of a need for a right-hander at No.3 to accompany Warner but his spot still appears up for grabs. Hard not to feel his best role is as an opener but there is no vacancy. Shaun Marsh pressing.
Australia's best against the West Indies: Steve Smith.Credit:AP
Steve Smith 7
69 off 70 balls
Has found his groove quickly since returning to the side but, on this occasion, needed someone to stick with him and deliver at a quick rate. While he was at the crease, Australia had a chance but the run-rate blew out to more than 11 an over.
Glenn Maxwell 5
0-45 off seven overs and 28 runs off 14 balls
Was given the ball early ahead of Zampa and looked to keep things tight with his off-spin. Came to the crease needing to get a move on with the run rate escalating but fell to a mistimed slog sweep just as he threatened fireworks.
Marcus Stoinis 4.5
2-62 off seven overs and 0
Claimed the big wickets of Kohli and Dhoni but the damage had already been done. His batting is an issue, meaning his spot could be up for debate. Needs a good knock to settle the nerves.
Alex Carey 6
55 not out off 35 balls
Has been in superb touch with the bat, beginning against the West Indies, ensuring there is depth in the lower order. Could leap a spot in the order. Dropped a catch off Pandya which proved costly.
Alex Carey provided valuable runs.Credit:AP
Nathan Coulter-Nile 6
1-63 off 10 overs and 4
His position will be debated heading into the clash against Pakistan. Fought back after conceding 14 runs off his second over. Claimed his first wicket of the series and should have had a second but he needs to deliver for AustraliaRead More – Source
