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Ricky Ponting's clear-cut choice for Australia opener in BGT against India: ‘The only name left for me more or less…’
The likes of McSweeney, Konstas, Bancroft and Harris are vying for the vacant spot, but Ponting has made his choice quite clear for the big role.
Ricky Ponting’s bold pick for Australia’s opener in Border Gavaskar Trophy against India
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has chosen Nathan McSweeney over young talent Sam Konstas for the opening spot in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. Ponting praised McSweeney's experience and recent performance in an unofficial 'Test' match,
Ricky Ponting names Nathan McSweeney as Australia’s potential opener for BGT 2024-25
Speaking on the same, former cricketer Ricky Ponting stated that he feels Nathan McSweeney should be considered as Usman Khawaja’s partner in the marquee series. The 49-year-old mentioned that he initially felt Sam Konstas would be the perfect replacement but with McSweeney’s recent performances,
Ricky Ponting backs Nathan McSweeney as Test debate continues
Year after year, Ricky Ponting proves himself cricket’s Nostramdamus with uncanny and almost scary commentary predictions which more often than not come true.
Ricky Ponting and Ian Healy endorse Australia A captain Nathan McSweeney to replace David Warner as Test opener
Ponting and Healy believe 25-year-old Nathan McSweeney is ready to step into the Australian Test side as an opener, ahead of Marcus Harris, Sam Konstas, and Cameron Bancroft.
Not Konstas or Bancroft! Ponting picks 25-year-old middle-order batter as Australia's opener for India Tests
Australia's search for a Test opener has reached its last stages with Ricky Ponting finalising his pick. The likes of Sam Konstas, Marcus Harris or Cameron Bancroft haven't really made their mark in the ongoing game for Australia A against India A and Ponting has leaned towards the experienced one.
IND Vs AUS Tests: Ricky Ponting Advocates For Nathan McSweeney As Australia's Opening Choice Against India
As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy nears, the Australian legend Ricky Ponting backs Nathan McSweeney as the ideal choice to open batting for Australia against India
Ricky Ponting backs Nathan McSweeney for opening slot against India
Ricky Ponting has chosen Nathan McSweeney as his top pick for Australia's opening batter against India, despite initially considering Sam Konstas. Ponting praised McSweeney's experience and leadership,
Ricky Ponting Tips Surprise Batter As David Warner's Successor, Calls For Australia Debut vs India
With David Warner calling it quits earlier this year and Steve Smith set to return to the his preferred number 4 spot, Australia are in need for an opening partner for Usman Khawaja.
Virat Kohli reveals how Australia's 'all 11 players on one page' mindset is a game changer ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Virat Kohli reflects on Australia's competitiveness in Test cricket. The series, starting November 22 in Perth, will feature five matches, including a day-night Test in Adelaide. Rohit Sharma will captain India,
Ricky Ponting picks Nathan McSweeney as Australian opener for India Test series
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has picked Nathan McSweeney to open for Australia in the upcoming five-match Test series against India.
Ricky Ponting Explains Reason Why CSK Decided To Retain MS Dhoni In IPL 2025
Australia great Ricky Ponting recently expressed his admiration for MS Dhoni and the remarkable career the Indian ...
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Ricky Ponting picks opener for Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy clash against India
Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting believes that Nathan McSweeney is a perfect candidate to open Australian batting ...