Josh Inglis has been appointed as Australia’s captain for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan. This will be his first time leading the team. The series is set to begin on November 14, 2024, following the final ODI match on November 10 in Perth.
Josh Inglis Takes Helm as Australia’s Captain
At 29 years old, Josh Inglis is a talented wicketkeeper-batter. He has played 26 T20 matches and scored 679 runs, including two centuries in the past year. His consistent performance has earned him respect within the Australian cricket community.
Inglis steps into the captaincy role as regular captain Pat Cummins prepares for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Additionally, Mitchell Marsh is on paternity leave. This leaves Inglis with the responsibility of leading the team during this important series. With this appointment, Inglis becomes Australia’s 14th T20I captain and the 30th to lead in ODIs.
Inglis Gets Support from Selectors and Teammates
George Bailey, chairman of the national selection panel, expressed confidence in Inglis’s abilities. “Josh is an integral member of the ODI and T20I teams and a highly respected player on and off the field,” Bailey stated. He further noted that Inglis has previous leadership experience with Australia A and is expected to bring tactical acumen and a positive mindset to his new role.
Inglis will have strong support from experienced players such as Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, as well as fellow teammates like Matt Short and Adam Zampa. Their presence is expected to bolster his leadership as they navigate through these crucial matches.
Australia vs Pakistan T20I Series Schedule
The T20I series against Pakistan will commence shortly after the final ODI. The schedule is as follows:
- 1st T20I: November 14 in Brisbane
- 2nd T20I: November 16 in Sydney
- 3rd T20I: November 18 in Hobart
To compensate for the absence of several senior players, selectors have made strategic additions to the ODI squad. Pacers Xavier Bartlett and Spencer Johnson, along with wicketkeeper-batter Josh Philippe, have been included.
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