Australia will be keen to prepare well for next year’s T20 World Cup. The West Indies T20I series is a good platform for the management to make some decisions. Here, we take a look at the list of three Australians who could get dropped after the ongoing West Indies T20I series.
In this regard, a few players might not get a chance to play in the 2026 T20 WC if they fail in the ongoing tournament. Therefore, it is a vital series for these cricketers.
1) Sean Abbott
It is more about the kind of competition within the squad. Since the event will be happening in India, the trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood will be preferred again. Nathan Ellis is likely to be the reserve pacer. By then, Cameron Green could resume bowling, and Mitchell Owen could also get ready with the ball. Hence, Abbott might not be needed by the side.
2) Aaron Hardie is one of the Australians who could get dropped from the T20I side
Cameron Green is in hot form. He is not bowling now but with still quite a few months to go, he might bowl in the World Cup. Also, Mitchell Owen looks to have made a mark and he could get his spot, as well. Hence, Aaron Hardie could struggle to get a chance. He needs to have a splendid BBL to give himself a chance.
3) Jake Fraser-McGurk
Jake Fraser-McGurk was initially not selected for the event and later came in as a replacement. Now, he did not do well in the first match, and he was dropped. It is likely that he will be dropped from the squad going forward. The likes of Travis Head will return and newbies like Mitchell Owen are in great form. Hence, JFM might not get another chance soon.
