yuppie wrote:Khawaja back at 3 for the ashes, handscomb at 5, so that leaves 6 and 7. The tail will start a 6
I'm not sure that matters, as long as Smith and Warner keep racking up the tons as they have been. For years now Australia's top order has been making huge runs at home, even if 6 and lower haven't contributed much. And Handscomb and Renshaw look decent enough, plus Khawaja scores at home. Unlike England, who bat all the way to 9 in theory, but have effectively tailenders at 2 and 3.
This match is interestingly poised. I agree with the others who said that 150 lead would be decisive for Australia, whereas 70-odd Bangladesh are in the game. You'd probably rather be in Australia's position, but they will have to bat last.
According to Google weather, there should be play today, but the rain might have the final say tomorrow.