Australia has already announced its prelim squad for the 2023 ODI World Cup. On that note, here, we predict Australia’s strongest XI for the 2023 ODI WC based on its current form.
Australia has a balanced squad for the ODI WC. There is experience across the playing XI while also having some youngsters. The balance is exquisite and this makes them one of the strong favourites to lift the trophy.
Openers: Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh
David Warner is a big-game player but his current form is not that great. In the recent competition, Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh opened the batting and did well. They are attacking cricketers and might just suit the way the game is played right now. Hence, we have these two at the top of the order.
Middle-Order: Steve Smith and Alex Carey WK)
Steve Smith will be the first and the last player in the middle-order for the Aussies. Smith will play a crucial role, especially with his good ability to play spin. Carey will be expected to close out games with the bat while also doing a neat job behind the stumps. Josh Inglis is likely to be his backup.
All-Rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell and Cameron Green
It will be a blockbuster group in Australia’s strongest XI for the 2023 ODI WC based on its current form. It is here that Australia oozes class and confidence. This group, especially with the bat, can change games single-handedly on their day. With the ball, Maxwell will have a vital role to play and if the conditions suit the faster bowlers, Green will also be in good demand. Ashton Agar might play if the team needs an extra spinner.
Bowlers: Pat Cummins (C), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Adam Zampa
Pat Cummins is the captain of Australia’s strongest XI for the 2023 ODI WC based on its current form. Not much needs to be said about this attack. This attack has already won the T20 WC and the WTC recently. They adapt very well to conditions and formats. Along with the trio of the top pacers, Adam Zampa completes this attack as the lead spinner.
