Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2018-19: 5 reasons why Marsh brothers can be the trump card for Australia

#4 Middle order stability

The void left by Steve Smith is very evident from the recent performances of the side. A fragile middle order cost them the series as they weren’t able to handle the pressure in spin-friendly UAE pitches.

Though Cricket Australia tried a variety of combinations in the past 12 months, they weren’t able to show some grit and determination. If Marsh brothers are at their brutal best, they can easily turn the match in side’s favour and decimate the opposition.

Shaun Marsh displayed his ability to bat with lower order in the Adelaide Test at the Ashes. He even was adjudged the Man of the match for his innings in that D/N game. It is to be noted that his efforts with Handscomb, drew the game at Ranchi last year.

Marsh brothers would be hopeful of recreating another Sydney magic by amassing twin centuries and it will be interesting how Indian bowlers will execute their tactics against the duo.