Handscomb's century at 35 opens Test recall window
The 35-year-old notched 131 not out for Victoria, potentially boosting his chances for Australia's subsequent five-Test tour of India.
Peter Handscomb scored 131 not out for Victoria at the MCG on Wednesday. The century was his 31st in first-class cricket, struck carefully off 253 balls against Western Australia.
Handscomb, aged 35, could yet be considered for Australia's five-Test tour of India after squads are selected. Peter Handscomb's recent form has been disappointing: he averaged 15 across six Shield matches and scored ducks in Australia A cricket.
This century is a significant turnaround. Selectors watch Shield performances closely when planning Test squads.
Handscomb is hoping this display reminds them he can still perform at the highest level.
- 131 not out
- Score
- 253
- Balls faced
- 35
- Age
- MCG
- Venue
Why it mattersLate-career comebacks are rare in Test cricket, but a strong Shield run from an experienced batter can sway selectors' decisions.
AustraliaAn experienced batter like Handscomb provides Test squad depth for Australia against India, one of cricket's toughest challenges.
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