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Despite a dazzling debut season in the IPL 2024, Australian youngster Jake Fraser-McGurk failed to make a cut in Australia's T20 World Cup 2024's squad. The 22-year-old batsman has been a revelation for the Delhi Capitals (DC) with his breathtaking performances, showcasing his immense potential in the T20 format. Jake Fraser-McGurk, who broke AB de Villiers' record for the fastest century in a List A game, despite his batting heroics for Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing IPL 2024 couldn't make it to the coveted squad, a decision which has sparked debate.
Mitchell Marsh on Jake Fraser-McGurk's absence from Australia's T20 WC squad
Meanwhile, Fraser-McGurk's DC teammate and Australian T20I captain, Mitchell Marsh, has offered strong support. Marsh spoke highly of Fraser-McGurk's talent, revealing the entire DC franchise is impressed, and expressed his belief that the youngster has a bright future ahead in international cricket.
“Jakey is an outstanding talent. I think you know the way he's taking on the IPL, he’s taken it by storm, they’re all loving him, and certainly, the Delhi crew are enjoying his company and enjoying what he brings to the team and there's no doubt that he's going to have a huge future, wherever he plays,” Marsh said on Australian radio station SEN.
Marsh also voiced his strong backing for veteran openers David Warner and Travis Head. He expressed full confidence in their abilities and their role in propelling Australia deep into the World Cup.
“But we feel like we've got all bases covered within our team. Heady and David Warner have been fantastic for us, not only for a long period of time but over the last 18 months building towards this (T20) World Cup. We're really comfortable that we've got the right 15, to hopefully take us deep into the (T20) World Cup,” he added.
Despite missing out on the T20 World Cup squad, Jake Fraser-McGurk has been a revelation for the DC in IPL 2024. In just six innings, the 22-year-old right-hander has amassed an impressive 259 runs at an average of 43.16 and a blistering strike rate of 158.56. He's already notched three crucial half-centuries, including a phenomenal 55 off 35 balls on debut against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and a breathtaking 84 off just 27 deliveries against Mumbai Indians. These impactful performances have played a significant role in keeping DC's playoff hopes alive. With three matches remaining, Fraser-McGurk will be eager to continue his stellar form and help his team secure a top-four finish with some match-winning contributions.
Meanwhile, Australia will kick off their T20 World Cup campaign against Oman on June 5 in Barbados. They'll then face off against England, Namibia, and Scotland in Group B.
Australia's full squad for T20 World Cup 2024
Mitchell Marsh (c), Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa
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