Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS
Australia batter Nathan McSweeney recently shared Marnus Labuschagne’s comforting words after being dropped from the Australian Test squad. Notably, McSweeney has been removed from the squad for the last two Tests against India and has been replaced by Sam Konstas.
The 25-year-old didn’t have a memorable start to his career as he could only score 72 runs from his first three games. Recently, he shared his teammate Labuschagne’s comforting words after his snub and mentioned how he reminded him that a good story will always have ups and downs.
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“Marnus particularly told me ‘It’s not where you start, it’s where you end’ – it’s a part of a journey, a good story will have its ups & downs – a learning curve,” said McSweeney after his Big Bash League match for Brisbane Heat.
McSweeney was picked in the team on the back of some solid performances against India A and in the Sheffield Shield trophy. However, the Queensland-born batter failed to emulate his good show at the international level as he was tormented by India’s pace spearhed Jasprit Bumrah, who dismissed him four out of five times.
McSweeney scores quick-fire fifty for Brisbane Heat
However, after being dropped from the team, McSweeney made a strong statement by scoring a quick-fire fifty for Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers during Match 9 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25.
McSweeney walked into bat with Brisbane on 14/1 in two overs, chasing a target of 175. He shared a crucial 66-run stand from just 39 deliveries for the third wicket with Matt Renshaw, who scored 27-ball 54. McSweeney was the star of the show with an unbeaten 78 from just 49 balls.
The youngster also hit four consecutive fours in Thornton’s over to turn the tide in Brisbane Heat’s favour. In a tight finish, as the match went down the wire, the batter held the fort from one end to help his team cross the finishing line, which led to their three-wicket win.
SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA
