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James Milton

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Thats not a bad shout at all, I think that with the Swans though because they have so many stars that it is hard to be a ‘breakout’ player because their isn’t enough opportunity to have massive impact on the game. I do think that he is a really good chance though to play a lot and play his role well.

Are these 2023 AFL draftees primed for breakout seasons?

Because their is no importance to these games, so why not give him a go. If it doesn’t work it doesn’t matter, but if it does work you could find yourself an all rounder who can bowl handy spin at only 21 years old.
Massive upside and limited risk.

Another debutant deserves his day: How Australia should line up for first Test in Galle

I certainly agree on the McSweeney idea that he’s not an opener at the moment but he might have to reinvent himself just due to a lack of available places elsewhere. I just can’t see anyone else filling that void who will have more success then McSweeney will just due to a lack of runs up the top in shield cricket from everyone.
Smith and Lyon will definitely have their choice of when to retire similar to Warner but my hope is that Australia don’t go along this route because I feel it can stunt other players such as Green and Murphy who need exposure at the top level, mainly in important series like the Ashes.

I understand that Australia have a reluctance to change players that have given so much to the team over a number of years, but I’m hoping that they can start to incorporate an idea of picking on current form instead of their past form.

Changing of the guard: How Australia could line up post-WTC final