'There was a little bit of discomfort': McDonald on Starc's fitness

Australia coach Andrew McDonald remains hopeful about Mitchell Starc's availability for the fifth Test against India despite rib issues. Australia lead the series 2-1 and a win or draw in Sydney would secure the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. McDonald also supports struggling all-rounder Mitch Marsh, expressing confidence in his eventual performance improvement.

'There was a little bit of discomfort': McDonald on Starc's fitness
Australia coach Andrew McDonald remains hopeful about Mitchell Starc's availability for the fifth Test against India despite rib issues. Australia lead the series 2-1 and a win or draw in Sydney would secure the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. McDonald also supports struggling all-rounder Mitch Marsh, expressing confidence in his eventual performance improvement.