Following an impressive home debut in Perth against India, Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Philippe may face the prospect of being dropped with the return of regular Alex Carey. However, Philippe is prepared to wait in the wings and be ready for his next opportunity.

With both Josh Inglis and Carey unavailable for the series opener, Philippe seized his chance behind the stumps, taking two sharp catches and scoring a crucial 37 off 29 balls. His performance contributed to a 55-run stand with captain Mitchell Marsh, leading Australia to a seven-wicket win.

“If the opportunity comes for me, it’s in the middle order (for Australia)," the 28-year-old Philippe told cricket.com.au ahead of the second ODI on Thursday.

“I certainly pride myself on being adaptable."

Philippe’s outing in Pert

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