DTVHINDIWhy did Australia send a message to Sean Abbott to join the team quickly before the UK tour – what is the matter?
Injured Australian fast bowler Spencer Johnson has been ruled out of the T20 series against Scotland and England, replaced by Sean Abbott Sean Abbott (Image Source: Getty Images) Australian fast bowler Spencer Johnson has been ruled out of the upcoming T20 matches against Scotland and England in the UK due to an injury he suffered while representing The Oval Invincibles in ‘The Hundred’ tournament. Cricket Australia has called up Sean Abbott to replace the injured Spencer Johnson in the team. Sean Abbott was originally selected to be part of the five-match ODI series against England but now he may be included for both formats and the series. How has Spencer Johnson been doing lately? During his recent stint in ‘The Hundred’, Johnson has managed to grab only two wickets in six matches. He also returned an impressive spell of 1/10 in 20 balls against Northern Superchargers. Johnson has represented Australia in five T20Is and one ODI since making his debut against South Africa last year. The young pacer has quickly gained recognition in the BBL with Brisbane Heat and is therefore considered a strong contender to replace Australian pacer Mitchell Starc in the T20 squad. Sean Abbott has created a stir in BBL Mitchell Starc has been given a break from the T20 series against Scotland and England, he will be available for the ODIs. On the other hand, Pat Cummins will not take part in the entire tour. Josh Hazlewood has been included in both the T20 and ODI teams. That means now Sean Abbott will be the second or third main bowler of the team. Talking about Sean Abbott, he has been somewhat unfortunate, he has played 15 T20 matches for Australia. Sean Abbott has not represented his country much in this format. However, Abbott’s impressive record in the Big Bash League is unmatched, with 165 wickets to his name, making him the highest wicket-taker in the tournament’s history. In addition, he has showcased his skills in ‘The Hundred’, taking nine wickets in seven matches for Birmingham Phoenix. Australia T20I squads against Scotland and England: Mitchell Marsh (captain), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa.
Sean Abbott’s all-round performance overshadowed West Indies, Australia won the second ODI as well
Sean Abbott batted brilliantly and scored 69 runs in 63 balls with the help of one four and four sixes. Aus vs WI (Pic Source-Twitter) Today i.e. on 4th February, the second ODI match was played between Australia and West Indies. Australia also won this second ODI match and took a 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. All the players from Australia performed very well and played an important role in their team’s victory in this match. Let us tell you, Australia had won the first ODI by 8 wickets. The second ODI was played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. West Indies won the toss and decided to bat first in the second ODI. Australia, batting first, scored 258 runs losing 9 wickets in 50 overs. On behalf of the team, Sean Abbott batted brilliantly and scored 69 runs in 63 balls with the help of one four and four sixes. Sean Abbott did not spare any West Indies bowler and hit everyone hard. Apart from Abbott, Matthew Short scored 41 runs while Aaron Hardy contributed 26 runs. Marnus Labuschagne also scored 26 runs. Cameron Green contributed 33 runs. Talking about West Indies, Gudakesh Moti took three wickets for 28 runs in 10 overs while Alzarri Joseph and Romerio Shepherd took 2 wickets each. Oshan Thomas and Matthew Ford took 1-1 wicket. Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott showed amazing bowling skills The West Indies bowlers performed very well in this match but the team’s batsmen failed to leave their mark in the second ODI. West Indies was all out for 175 runs in this match. West Indies did not have such a good start in the second ODI and the team lost its first wicket for 19 runs. Alick Athanaze was out after scoring 11 runs. For West Indies, Casey Carty scored the highest 40 runs in 51 balls with the help of two fours and one six. Captain Shai Hope once again failed to play a big innings and was out after scoring 29 runs. Roston Chase scored 25 runs in the second ODI while Alzarri Joseph contributed 19 runs. For Australia, Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott took three wickets each while Will Sutherland took two wickets. Australia won the second ODI match by 83 runs. What a Grab!!!! Cameron Green, you bloody big fella!!!!!! One of the best fielders in world cricket currently!!#AUSvsWI #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/gmZhvsMpXD — paRaY_YasiR ✍️ (@ParayYasir2) February 4, 2024 The Australia A team go two wins to nil up against the West Indies. #AUSvsWI #AUSvWI #Cricket — RussInAus 🇦🇺 (@RussInAus) February 4, 2024 Man on Comms keeps calling Shai WI’s “six hitter” ??? #AUSvsWI — on-the-one 🇬🇾 (@0ntheone) February 4, 2024 Sean Abbott#AUSvsWI pic.twitter.com/m5na6P92vM — The modern don ❤🐐🇦🇺 (@Mujeeb49_) February 4, 2024 Hoff: #AUSvsWI #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/rdbvHuFO5t — Aussies Army🏏🦘 (@AussiesArmy) February 4, 2024 A stunning knock from SEAN Abbott!What an effort at his home ground!Brilliant fifty 🙌🏻 #AUSvsWI #AUSvWI pic.twitter.com/NNOQtmlnbl — Aussies Army🏏🦘 (@AussiesArmy) February 4, 2024 Well Played SEAN Abbott! #AusvsWI — Parth (@Mr__Prath_) February 4, 2024 Which player has…
