The former India cricketer believes replacing Kieron Pollard And Hardik Pandya will be huge for Mumbai Indians in the IPL.
While being compared to another T20 star Suryakumar Yadav, Pakistan's batting sensation Azam Khan said that he is more inspired by Australian cricketer Tim David.
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During a discussion on Sydney Morning Herald, where he was talking about a struggling Tim David being included in Australia XI, he opined on the Indian team combination.
Lanky right-hander Tim David had been knocking on the door with a series of blistering performances on the global T20 circuit, including in the Indian Premier League and England's T20 Blast
Australia and England are in the last leg of their preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Both teams would be squaring off in a three-match T20I series, beginning Sunday in Perth.
Australia opener David Warner hailed David's impact on the team after they completed a 2-0 T20I series sweep against West Indies on Friday, calling him "a godsend".
Another player, whose formwill be of great importance for Australia is big hitter Tim David, who has the ability to single-handedly change the complexion of matches.
Adam Gilchrist feels if the big hitter is considered for Australia's T20 World Cup playing XI, the pressure would be on Marcus Stoinis to hold on to his place.
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