Australian captain Steve Smith will miss a 3 match T20 Series against India as he will return home from the team’s tour of India with a right shoulder injury. Marcus Stoinis will replace Smith in the squad and vice-captain David Warner will stand in as captain in Smith’s absence.
“Smith landed awkwardly on his right shoulder whilst diving in the field during the fifth ODI against India last Sunday,” team doctor Richard Saw said. “Following the match he complained of shoulder soreness, which has not settled and is restricting his ability to bat and throw.”
Nathan Coulter-Nile was outstanding in the ODIs and Kane Richardson also impressed.All-rounders Dan Christian and Moises Henriques have joined the squad for the T20 series.
Wicketkeeper Tim Paine will take over from Matthew Wade, but is expected to bat down the order with Warner and Aaron Finch looking to continue their strong form as an opening duo.Glenn Maxwell will be desperate to find some form ahead of the Ashes. A poor run in the ODI series led to him being dropped for the final two matches.