West Australian quick Mahli Beardman will not play in Australia’s second ODI against England following a breakout debut in Perth.
The Aussies will look to claim a series win at Adelaide Oval today following a seven-wicket victory at Perth Stadium on Friday.
Cricket Australia had already confirmed Beardman would not feature before the final team was named as they look to carefully manage the young gun’s workload.
“He will return to the side for the third ODI in Hobart on Wednesday,” the CA statement read.
Beardman was the player of the match after a scintillating performance in front of his home crowd, taking 6-24 in 7.4 overs. That included the wickets of England captain Harry Brook and batting great Joe Root.
The 21-year-old claimed the best figures on ODI debut by an Australian man.
Mitch Marsh made light of his exclusion at the toss when confirming Riley Meredith would be replacing Beardman in the side.
“Mahli Beardman was a bit off last game; didn’t bowl very well, so he’s out today,” he joked.
“No he’s a young kid and tough coming off just 24 hours, so we’ll give him a rest.”
The second ODI will start at 11.30am AWST.
Australia squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly, Jack Edwards, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Riley Meredith, Ollie Peake, Matthew Renshaw, Liam Scott, Adam Zampa
England squad: Harry Brook (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, James Coles, Jordan Cox, Henry Crocombe, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Eddie Jack, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root
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