Warner backs McSweeney to shine in India series

Former Australian opener David Warner has backed Nathan McSweeney to score the most runs in the Test series against India, despite the inexperienced batsman’s lack of experience as an opener. At the Stadium on Friday, the opening slot vacated by Steve Smith was claimed, returning to his favored number four spot. McSweeney had not batted in a first-class match until playing India A in Melbourne this monthWhere he scored 14 and 25 runs. Warner said McSweeney would be able to adapt to the opening role and looked good for Khawaja, who also started his career lower down the order. (Khawaja) to allow himself to score big,” Warner, who retired from Tests after the Pakistan series last summer, said.told reporters in Melbourne. Warner said Australia needed to think about succession planning, especially with players like the 37-year-old Swaraj. However, he also asked the selectors to be patient with the new generation and give McSweeney time to prove himself at the highest level. As a talented batsman for the future,” he said.