The Australia coach, Justin Langer has thrown his weight behind Shaun Marsh and Mitch Marsh. The Marsh brothers are currently the vital cogs in the Australian set-up. However, Langer urged the duo to flush out public criticism and focus on the job on hand.
Shaun-Marsh must be consistent – Langer
Meanwhile, senior Marsh had a forgettable tour to the UAE, but he delivered the goods in the domestic circuit and recently scored an impressive ton against South Africa in the third ODI. Though Shaun will be in the scheme of things for Australia’s upcoming home series against India, he got slammed by fans and spectators for his poor run against Pakistan.
The batter made just 14 runs in four innings. The flame of public outdid the heat of Dubai. Langer though, said he is ‘confused’ with such trash talks related to his player and wants the batter to put his focus on the game.
“That noise we’re talking about, you can’t get distracted by it,” Langer told TAB Radio. “Mental toughness and concentration is about letting go. Do your thing, enjoy what you’re doing and when he (Marsh) does it, there’s no better player in Australia.”
“It does confuse me. He had a poor series against Pakistan, and he’d be the first to admit that, but around that he does so many good things. He’s such a good player when he lets go and plays with that freedom he is a world-class player.” he added.
Meanwhile, Marsh had earlier said taking a short break from cricket after the dismal tour of the UAE has helped him plenty. His younger brother, Mitchell was among runs in the Shield last week. The right-hand batsman hit 151 and Langer is quite optimistic.
“Mitch had a poor series against Pakistan, not a great series against South Africa but his first-class cricket in recent times is as good as anyone,” Langer said.