Ponting backs ‘left-field’ bolter for Australia’s Test series with New Zealand

Ricky Ponting believes uncapped 20-year-old Cameron Green deserves to be in the mix as Australia’s reserve batter for the three-Test series against New Zealand.

The former Australian skipper suggested it would be a “left-field” decision by the selectors, but could help him in the long run as he spends valuable time around the international squad.

Green is currently fifth on the Sheffield Shield run scoring charts for this season, with 381 runs at an average of 76.2 – also capable of bowling over 140 kmp/h

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