Australia’s embarrassment of top order riches causing headache ahead of World Twenty20

Jackpot bet online – the site with the latest news and events! This is the scenario facing Aaron Finch, one that is indicative of just how stiff the competition for places is at the top of Australia’s batting order heading into this year’s World Twenty20. Finch and his long-term opening partner David Warner are facing strong opposition from Shane Watson and Usman Khawaja for Jackpot Bet Online the top two spots on the team sheet, leading to the radical proposal of shifting Warner to the middle order.

But how does this idea stack up when looking at past results? And which opening combination will serve Australia best in the conditions they’re likely to face in India? We present the raw stats working for and against the head-spinning opening options available to the Aussie selectors.

WARNER AND FINCH AS AN OPENING PAIR

The dynamic duo is the most prolific opening pair in the history of Twenty20 International cricket and no two players come close to Finch and Warner’s longevity as a couple at the top of the order.

Australia's long-term opening pair Aaron Finch and David Warner Picture: Phil Hillyard.