NEW DELHI: Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh expressed his belief that David Warner would continue to open the innings in the upcoming World Cup in India.
Marsh's exceptional performances across formats this year had led to discussions about his potential competition with David Warner and Travis Head for the opener's position at the World Cup.
Speaking to AAP (Australian Associated Press), Marsh stated, "I expect to bat in the middle order," indicating his readiness to adapt to the team's requirements. He praised Warner's legendary status in one-day cricket and white-ball formats, making it clear that Warner's presence at the top of the order is pivotal.
"Things may change, but Davey is literally one of the GOATs (greatest of all time) of one-day cricket and white-ball cricket in general. We have Travis Head and Australia's best ever all-three-format player there, so I dare say I probably won't be opening the batting," added Marsh.
Warner, having predominantly opened in 142 ODIs, will rejoin the squad for the five-match ODI series against South Africa, set to commence in Bloemfontein this Thursday.
Marsh has been in remarkable form this year, exemplified by his noteworthy contributions as an opener in ODIs against India, where he scored 81, 66 not out and 47 earlier this year. He carried his form into the Ashes series before showcasing his batting skills in the T20 series against South Africa.
Marsh emphasized that his approach, transitioning from Test cricket to T20 cricket, would remain relatively consistent.
The all-rounder continued, "My approach now from Test cricket to T20 cricket won't be too dissimilar. Often it's the situation of the game in Test cricket. There were times in Manchester where I couldn't go out there and try and hit blokes for six and put pressure back on them. I just had to soak up deliveries. Those are the intricacies of Test cricket. But generally my approach won't change too much now."
(With inputs from PTI)
