Australia’s first-Test victory at Edgbaston on Tuesday had cricket fans cheering. While England missed a chance to cash in, Australia managed to win without their two best batsmen, Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne, contributing to the score board. This, according to Coach Andrew McDonald, puts the team in bonus territory.
With the second Test at Lord’s looming, there is added pressure for Australia to maintain their winning streak. McDonald acknowledges that it’s very rare that ‘Marn’ and ‘Smudge’ miss out in the same Test Match, and says it’s an appetising thought. However, just because Australia won the last Test doesn’t mean they will win the next.
Australia will need to rely on their bowlers to maintain their edge. While the batting lineup is expected to stay the same, the bowling might need some adjustments. Scott Boland, in particular, is under pressure to hold his place after conceding more than six runs an over in the first innings. England unexpectedly took to Boland by moving down the pitch to disrupt his length.
As Australia prepares for their next game, they must maintain their focus and momentum. The team knows what is at stake, and it’s up to them to rise to the challenge. With the batting lineup expected to come back strong in the second Test, and the bowlers looking to make the necessary adjustments, fans are eagerly waiting to see what’s in store for Australia.
