Image: Mitchell Johnson wants changes to Australia's team ahead of Adelaide Test / © Sky Sports
A major concern for Australia is Steve Smith’s sudden dip in form. Once regarded as a master at handling spin bowling, the Australian star now appears to be a shadow of his former self. He is struggling to find the sharpness and consistency that made him one of the most feared batters in world cricket, leaving many worried about his current performance in the series.
Marnus Labuschagne is becoming a growing concern in Australia in the ongoing five-match Test series against India. As the second Test in Adelaide approaches, former Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson has sparked a debate by calling on the national selectors and team management to drop Labuschagne.
Mitchell Johnson says a fresh player is needed to apply pressure on India in upcoming matches:
Coming up against India, who now have their tails up, will be tough for anyone, but sometimes having fresh players in the team can bring the boys together in an energetic way. A new batsman could also come in clear-minded without having gone through a defeat like we just saw and play their natural game with less pressure.
Labuschagne has been struggling with the bat for a while and should be replaced for the second Test in Adelaide. Taking a break from international cricket and playing in domestic matches could help him more than facing tough bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah.