Australia coach McDonald anticipates IPL involvement amid busy schedule
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:57 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Australia coach McDonald is preparing for possible participation in the IPL while managing a demanding cricket calendar. The tournament occurs between two five-Test series for Australia, prompting McDonald to remain flexible regarding team selections and player rotations. As the IPL approaches, discussions about player availability will become increasingly important, especially with the national team's commitments. McDonald's open-minded approach aims to balance both international duties and franchise cricket.
- •McDonald addresses potential IPL calls amid tight schedule.
- •Australia faces two five-Test series around the IPL.
- •Coaching strategy will adapt based on player availability.
- •Flexibility is crucial for balancing national and franchise duties.
- 1:57 AMESPNcricinfo — McDonald braced for IPL call amid Australia's relentless schedule
"The tournament is sandwiched between two five-Test series for Australia but the coach remains open-minded about how it will play out
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