Australian spin nice Nathan Lyon has no quick plans of Test retirement as he yearns for one ultimate away series win in India before calling time on his illustrious profession.
The 37-year-old, who’s essentially the most profitable off-spinner for Australia with 556 wickets in 138 Tests, has taken 130 wickets in opposition to India in 32 Tests (each residence and away) however has by no means been part of an away series win in India.
In reality, Australia haven’t overwhelmed India in their yard since their “final frontier” triumph in 2004-05.
“I’ve always said I want to win away in India. I want to win away in England,” Lyon was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au.
“We’ve obtained that chance in a few years’ time, however we have additionally obtained to take it Test by Test and make it possible for we’re doing every thing right here in West Indies proper.
“Then we’ve got a massive summer at home with the Ashes. But another World Test Championship final would be on my cards for sure,” he added.
But Lyon has relinquished his duties in the Australian workforce because it’s song-master, passing on the baton to wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey, who fulfilled the duties through the dressing room celebrations after their 159-run win over the West Indies in the primary Test.
The music, “Underneath the Southern Cross”, is sung after each victory, led by the music grasp. This custom, began by Rod Marsh, was handed on to Lyon by former Australia batter Michael Hussey.
In Tests, Lyon led the celebrations in 67 wins from 125 matches.
“I’ve been very honoured to firstly, lead the song, but to have it for 12 years, it’s been one of the biggest highlights of my career,” Lyon mentioned.
“It definitely doesn’t mean I’m retiring anytime soon. It’s more about the team environment, making sure that I get the opportunity to pass it on to someone who I look at and absolutely love in the way he goes about it on and off the field and I just feel like Alex is the perfect candidate,” he mentioned.
Lyon mentioned he now wants to sit again and “take it all in”.
“I ran my race with it, and it’s time for someone else to put their touch on it. I’ve loved having the privilege to lead the team song but now I can sit back and hopefully enjoy a few wins and just relax and take it all in,” he mentioned.
Australia will tackle the West Indies in the second Test beginning right here on Wednesday.
