World News – AU – Pucovski and Harris break Waughs record with 486 opening points

Will Pucovski and Marcus Harris have shattered two centuries to send a message to Australian coach Justin Langer by setting a new record for the biggest partnership in Sheffield Shield history on Sunday

The pair shared a huge opening stand of 486 points for Victoria against South Australia, surpassing the previous mark of 464 set by Steve and Mark Waugh for New South Wales in 1990

Harris, who has not played a test since dropping out after Ashes 2019 against England, ultimately lost 239 points, caught behind Wes Agar’s bowling alley

He left Pucovski in the middle and he went undefeated on 255 when captain Peter Handscomb said at 564 for three

Their exploits will inspire outgoing test openers Joe Burns and David Warner to sit down and take note, with Langer’s squad for an upcoming home series of four tests against India who have not yet been announced

Pucovski, one of Australia’s brightest prospects, has been on the cusp of test selection for two summers but has struggled with mental health issues

He was in the national setup for testing last summer against Sri Lanka, but after being neglected for the first and once again missing the selection for the second, he was released to return home and settle Their problems

« I just feel like I’m in a really good space now which is great, just in everyday life and with my cricket, » he said

« I don’t have much control over whether they choose me or not, but I’m really, really keen »

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