McDonald backs Marsh, hopeful of Starc's availability
Millennium Post Kolkata|Kolkata 01 January 2025
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald conceded that Mitchell Marsh has fallen short of expectations with the bat against India but remained optimistic about Mitchell Starc's availability for the pivotal fifth Test in Sydney.

SYDNEY: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald conceded that Mitchell Marsh has fallen short of expectations with the bat against India but remained optimistic about Mitchell Starc's availability for the pivotal fifth Test in Sydney.

Starc's fitness remains the primary worry for the hosts after the pacer battled through sore ribs from Day 3 of the Boxing Day Test but still managed to bowl effectively, including claiming the prized wicket of Virat Kohli on the final day.

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