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‘I know my time is running out’: Scott Boland on making his chances count for Australia

Australian fast bowler Scott Boland is seizing limited opportunities to prove his worth in the Test side, delivering a standout performance in the second Test against South Africa. With the core pace attack of Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins remaining dominant, Boland has capitalized on injury-related openings and favorable conditions to assert his case.

His four-wicket haul on Day 2 brought his career bowling average down to just over 18—the best among bowlers with at least 50 wickets since World War II—highlighting his efficiency when called upon. Boland attributed his success to the pitch conditions at the end, which kept the stumps in play, and his disciplined approach of consistently targeting key areas to pressure batters.

At 37, he acknowledged the pressure of limited time in international cricket but remains focused on preparing for every possible opportunity, aiming to contribute whenever Australia’s pace resources are stretched thin.

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