Beardman set for ODI debut at home against England
Mahli Beardman confirmed to make his ODI debut for Australia versus England at Optus Stadium on Friday.
The 21-year-old fast bowler will start in the match. Beardman made his T20 debut against Pakistan earlier this year.
Beardman becomes just the fourth WA-born player to debut in an ODI at his home state. Joel Paris (2016), Michael Hussey (2004) and Damien Fleming (1994) are the other three.
Australia may field five WA-born players if skipper Mitch Marsh is joined by Cam Green, Josh Inglis and Cooper Connolly, depending on the toss.
- 21
- Beardman's age
- Optus Stadium
- Venue
- 4 total
- WA debutants at home
- Pakistan
- T20 debut opponent
Why it mattersA young homegrown talent steps up to international cricket at the biggest stage, boosting local pride and squad depth.
AustraliaWestern Australian cricket gets a major lift with one of its own debuting for Australia in a high-profile ODI on home turf.
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