Top 5 contenders for the No. 6 spot on the Australian side for the Ashes

#2 Mitchell Marsh

Mitchell Marsh has made a successful return from a shoulder injury.

Mitchell Marsh’s recent form suggests that he’s the right man to slot in at the No. 6 position for the Ashes. With 338 runs in the JLT Cup, where he was dismissed only twice in six innings, Marsh made a stellar return from a shoulder injury and has started the summer on a scintillating note.

The one thing that may go against Mitch Marsh is his Test record. In 21 Tests, he has a high score of 87 and averages 21.74. There's also no doubt about his ability to take wickets, but his shoulder surgery means that he's not going to resume bowling for some time.

If he makes his present form count and makes a solid start in the Sheffield season, he could be considered the front-runner for the spot.

First-class record:

Matches: 70 | Runs: 3,087 | 100s: 4 | 50s: 17 | Ave: 28.85 | HS: 211