Cricket World Cup: Australia’s George Bailey demands aggression against England at MCG

The Vice captain is anxious to prevent any unpleasant events at the MCG, so George Bailey will want to keep things stylish yet aggressive in Saturday’s World Cup opener.

Bailey will manage Australia in the absence of Michael Clarke, with the World Cup co-hosts beginning their campaign against arch-rival England.

The International Cricket Council has sent a letter to all 14 teams on behavior standards, pledging to tighten down on sledging.

During the summer, David Warner was fined twice for breaking the code of conduct. If he behaves badly this weekend, he may also face suspension.

Bailey said he had not discussed the subject with Warner or any other teammates.

“That’s never been a discussion I’ve had in any of our meetings,” Bailey responded.

The squad consists of a diverse group of men, and I believe we are all familiar with some of their playing styles.

“I don’t believe that will alter. It seems like it goes hand in hand.

“Obviously we don’t want any ugly incidents, but we’ll certainly play the game aggressively.”

Australia’s coach, Darren Lehmann, was likewise optimistic that the match, which would be watched by over 90,000 people, will be played in the proper spirit.

“Extremely so. When we’ve faced off in the tri-series and the Ashes series, both teams have performed really well,” Lehmann remarked.

While we obviously hope to avoid any unpleasant situations, we will undoubtedly play the game strongly.

While we obviously hope to avoid any unpleasant situations, we will undoubtedly play the game strongly.

“That won’t change come Saturday I’m sure … David will do the right thing.”

Bailey, a straight shot, said that the match against England may be his first and last World Cup hit-out. Clarke is scheduled to play Bangladesh on Saturday.

Bailey said, “It’s a pretty basic equation.”

“I don’t think I probably will, but that’s fine” was Bailey’s response when asked what he could do to save his seat.

Bailey may cause selectors a major problem with a knock that wins the contest.

Since November 14, Bailey has not scored fifty runs for Australia, although he believes he is “hitting the ball really well”.

“I’m very comfortable where I’m at,” he said.

In fact, I believe that my position on the squad has somewhat evolved.

“But, as with every single batsman who is about to take part in this tournament, I want some runs.”