The Star Player of the Australia Cricket Team Faces Against Time to Recover for the Crucial India Clash at the 2023 World Cup

As Australia is getting ready for their opening clash of the 2023 World Cup against India, there is a cloud of uncertainty hanging over their camp. All-rounder Marcus Stoinis, a crucial component of the Australian setup, finds himself in doubt for their opening match against cricketing giants India at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 8. Stoinis, the 34-year-old from Perth, has been grappling with a nagging hamstring injury, which he sustained during the recently concluded ODI series against India on their home turf.This injury setback has cast a shadow of concern over his availability for the pivotal encounter, leaving the Australian management anxiously awaiting a positive update on his fitness.Andrew McDonald, the Aussie coach, remained largely tight-lipped over Stoinis' current condition. McDonald said, “He is touch and go. He certainly hasn’t been ruled out of that game against India, but we weren’t prepared to risk him in those practice games.”

Oct 6, 2023 4:52 AM