England vs Australia 2018: 5 Talking Points from 2nd ODI

#2 Valiant Marsh makes a mark

Shaun Marsh registered his first ODI century in almost five years

Since making his ODI debut in 2008, Shaun Marsh has managed to feature in only 54 matches in the 50-over format in his career thus far. Every member in the current Australian squad debuted in ODIs after the left-hander's arrival. While his proficiency at the highest level is not under question, he has often left selectors exasperated with his frustrating dismissals.

Marsh's ODI career may just have taken a turn for the better. On a reasonably docile track in Cardiff, he thrived even as the other Australian batsmen fell prey to rash decision-making. The 34-year old was dropped twice before he could reach the half-century mark.

But he rode his luck and converted his start into a purposeful century. Aside from his archetypal authoritative drives, he also rotated the strike with aplomb. Marsh's first ODI ton since 2013 should be a major positive for the team management at a time when the middle-order sports a feeble look to it.