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August 23, 2006Posted on 08/23/2006 in Australian cricket
Watson firms as all-round Ashes option
Alex Brown says in the Sydney Morning Herald Shane Watson is ahead of Michael Clarke and Andrew Symonds for the No. 6 spot during the Ashes.
The 25-year-old all-rounder's recent performances for Queensland and Australia A have greatly impressed selectors, who feel Watson can provide batting insurance for Adam Gilchrist should he fail to rediscover his form of old, as well as bowling back-up for Glenn McGrath who is returning to action after an extended lay-off.
In The Age Chloe Saltau talks to Andrew Hilditch about the importance of team stability.
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