In the previous four Test matches for Australia, including the World Test Championship final against South Africa, Green batted at number three. He retained this position in the three Test matches against the West Indies
Cameron Green (Pic: File Pic)
Ahead of the Ashes series, Cameron Green is uncertain if he would continue batting at the number three position against England. The all-rounder also said that he will likely take up the bowling duties, which will, in turn, boost the bowling department of the "Baggy Greens".
"You never know. I think there's certainly a lot of guys that can fill that role. I'm really proud that I was able to do a role up there. But, yeah, wait and see," said Green, as quoted by ESPNCricinfo.
In the previous four Test matches for Australia, including the World Test Championship final against South Africa, Green batted at number three. He retained this position in the three Test matches against the West Indies.
He featured as a specialist batsman and was restricted from taking the bowling responsibility as he continues rehabilitation following a back surgery in October 2024.
After initially enduring a torrid run, Green embraced the new role and appeared much assured, registering scores of 4, 0, 3, 15, 26, 52, 46 and 42. While at first glance, the scores appear lean, in the context of the results, some remain priceless, especially the 46 and 42 runs scored in Kingston.
The scores of 46 and 42 were the second- and third-highest scores in a Test which featured just four individual scores, higher than 24. Despite his ascendency, Green remains unsure about his future at number three for the Ashes, which will kick off in Perth on November 21.
Speaking more about his bowling, the 26-year-old hinted at shifting his entire focus to red-ball cricket before heading into The Ashes.
"In the past, it's worked really well when I focused on Shield cricket. So I think that potentially might be the way to go down, especially with working my way back with bowling. Potentially get a few more overs over a few more days might be the best way to go about it," said the Perth-born cricketer.
Green concluded by saying that he is excited about bowling back at the nets and is feeling really good about it.
"I'm not quite certain on what match [I'll return to bowling], but I'm feeling really good, in a really good spot. It's exciting being back bowling at a reasonable intensity. It's been a long road back," he signed off.
(With ANI Inputs)
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