ICC T20 World Cup 2020: Five reasons why Australia can win their maiden title

#2 Dynamic lower-order batsmen

Australia's biggest asset- Glen Maxwell

The fans would remember that Australia recently crushed the world number 1 T20 side, Pakistan, in a three-match series. Babar Azam’s men looked absolutely clueless against the Aussies and the one thing everyone should keep in mind is that Australia played that series without the services of their key all-rounder and game changer Glen Maxwell.

Maxwell, who had taken a break from cricket, was set to join the squad for the South African tour, however, an injury sidelined him once again. Still, Australia was the favorite to win the series and they ended up thrashing the Proteas by more than 90 runs in two games and losing out on a close game in the second match of the series.

The main reason behind it is the presence of multiple game-changers in their squad. Players like Alex Carey, Ashton Agar, and Ashton Turner can change the course of the match in a few balls. Add Maxwell to the mix and Australia has one of the most destructive death overs batting units out there.

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#3 The calming influence of Steve Smith

Australia will have the services of Steven Smith to guide them especially in chases

Australia’s best Test batsman, Steve Smith is not the biggest hitters of the ball but, the right-handed batsman has perfect knowledge of the game. He knows to play as per the situation of the match. Smith can strike the boundaries as per the need of the team or he can keep the scoreboard ticking with ones and twos if the team loses early wickets.

He even provides his bit to the leadership group. The fact that he was a part of the Big Bash League winning Sydney Sixers squad shows his special talent.

Although he will not likely be the captain of the home side, Smith will boost Australia’s chances of winning the trophy with his wit, skills, and excellence on the field. His calming influence in the middle where he goes about his business in his usual trademark style will be a huge boost for Australia.