Australian captain Pat Cummins has shared insights into Steve Smith’s eagerness as the latter gears up for a new role, opening the batting for the first Test against West Indies in the ICC World Test Championship series.
Expressing his delight about Smith’s enthusiasm, Cummins acknowledged the challenges of the new position and highlighted the veteran’s eagerness to tackle them. Smith, transitioning from his traditional No.4 spot, is expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the team’s opening partnership.
Cummins initially had reservations about the move but is now convinced that Smith will excel in any batting position. Emphasizing Smith’s love for problem-solving and adapting to new challenges, Cummins sees the shift as an exciting opportunity.
The Australian skipper believes that the harder new ball and potential variations in field placements at the top of the order will play to Smith’s strengths. Despite acknowledging that success may not come immediately, Cummins expresses confidence in Smith’s ability to perform well in this new role.
Cummins initially had reservations about the move but is now convinced that Smith will excel in any batting position. Emphasizing Smith’s love for problem-solving and adapting to new challenges, Cummins sees the shift as an exciting opportunity.
The Australian skipper believes that the harder new ball and potential variations in field placements at the top of the order will play to Smith’s strengths.
Despite acknowledging that success may not come immediately, Cummins expresses confidence in Smith’s ability to perform well in this new role.
While Smith’s move brings anticipation, some may argue that experimenting with a key player’s position in a crucial series could pose unnecessary risks for the team.
