Michael Clarke SLAMS Aussie selectors for defending Tim Paine despite shocking India loss

Australian team failed to counter India's resilience in recently concluded Border-Gavaskar series and failed to clinch trophy third time in a row. Test captain Tim Paine's tactics also came under scanner post home team's dismal performance. player's ordinary glovework was also questioned by several cricketing pundits. In spite of criticism, 36-year-old mand to retain his place for upcoming South Africa vs Australia 2021 series, and same has t gone down too well with former captain Michael Clarke. 

Michael Clarke unhappy with selection committee's statements on Tim Paine 

move of persisting with Tim Paine despite an underwhelming outing against India did raise several eyebrows. While many ex-cricketers have publicy panned wicketkeeper-batsman for his shortcomings, both as a leer, as well as a player, Australia's selection panel has me it clear that y still have eugh faith in Test captain. Australian selector, Trevor Hohns h also confirmed in a press conference that Paine's captaincy was never discussed in selection meeting. 

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se statements have infuriated World Cup 2015 winning captain Michael Clarke and he me his apprehensions clear on Big Sports Breakfast.  39-year-old pointed out that it was t right on part of selectors if y did t discuss Paine's struggles with gloves. According to Clarke, wicketkeeper h a forgettable stint behind stumps against India and his captaincy was also t up to mark.

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Michael Clarke also highlighted fact that committee did t d any name to side who could help Test captain with his ploys in South Africa. He also opined that such a move offers room for improvement in Paine's captaincy, and he is bound to commit same mistakes in forthcoming assignment as well. Moreover, with Alex Carey also included in Test setup, re will be ded pressure on Tim Paine to perform as a player. 

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India vs Australia 4th Test 2021

Australia were deemed as firm favourites ahe of Test series decider at Brisbane, considering ir impeccable record at Gabba. Tim Paine h also warned India's R Ashwin regarding same, and re was a significant hype ahe of crucial encounter. However, hosts failed to register a victory at ir "fortress", and y were bamboozled by Indian youngsters who played significantly well under immense pressure to clinch four-match Test series. 

South Africa vs Australia 2021

Australian team will be keen to make amends with a spirited performance in ir upcoming South Africa series. two teams will battle it out in three Test matches. tour is of utmost importance for Australia considering ongoing ICC World Test Championship as well. Cricket Australia took to ir Twitter account to anunce ir squ for series.

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Im source: Michael Clarke Instagram