Australia coach Andrew McDonald expressed optimism on Tuesday about Mitchell Starc’s availability for the decisive fifth Test against India in Sydney, while offering his support to struggling all-rounder Mitch Marsh.
Following their dramatic 184-run victory on day five of the fourth Test in Melbourne, Australia lead the series 2-1. A win or draw in Sydney would secure the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time since 2014-15 and guarantee a spot in the World Test Championship final at Lord's in June against South Africa.