Stoinis Shines Amidst Slow Pitches in T20 World Cup

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis discussed the challenges of low scores and slow pitches in the T20 World Cup. Despite these obstacles, he remains optimistic about pitch improvements. Stoinis played a crucial role in Australia's win over Oman, scoring 67 runs and taking three wickets, showcasing his IPL-honed skills.


PTI | Bridgetown | Updated: 06-06-2024 17:08 IST | Created: 06-06-2024 17:08 IST
Stoinis Shines Amidst Slow Pitches in T20 World Cup
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Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis discussed the ongoing challenges of low scores and sluggish pitches at this year's T20 World Cup, emphasizing that such conditions seem to be a recurring theme. Nonetheless, he expressed hope that the playing surfaces will improve as the tournament progresses.

In their tournament opener, Australia overcame Oman by 39 runs, posting a relatively high score of 164/5, with Stoinis making a significant contribution by scoring 67 off 36 balls and taking three wickets, earning the Player of the Match accolade.

During the post-game press conference, Stoinis mentioned that while adapting to the slow pitches has been challenging, his extensive experience in the IPL has given him a competitive edge. He expects better batting conditions as the World Cup continues.

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