At 29, Webster had a breakout season last year, scoring 938 runs and taking 30 wickets in the Sheffield Shield, showcasing his versatility and strength as an all-rounder. His performances earned him a call-up for the Australia A series against India A, where he played a vital role in the 2-0 series win. Yet, despite his contributions, the communication from national selectors has been limited.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cTo get a couple of wins and perform not too badly, it was a good couple of weeks. It was really enjoyable just to play with a different set of guys, and keep learning,\u201d Webster told news.com.au.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While Australia\u2019s chief selector George Bailey and selector Tony Dodemaide were present during the games, Webster said there hadn\u2019t been much discussion about his Test selection prospects. With Mitch Marsh currently occupying the all-rounder role and thriving, Webster knows his path to a Test debut isn\u2019t clear-cut. Still, he remains optimistic and eager.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cGeorge (Bailey) was obviously around at the second game, and Doders (Tony Dodemaide) was up in Mackay. But there are not too many chats around selection. I think it\u2019s pretty obvious outside of the opening debate \u2026 there\u2019s not really a spot there for me at the moment, with Mitch Marsh playing really good cricket in that all-rounder role,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIf a spot does happen to open up, whether it be through injury or if he needs a chop-out or something like that, I\u2019d love to be the man that gets the nod,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Webster\u2019s unique ability to switch between medium pace and finger spin gives him a tactical edge, particularly for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. Conditions on the subcontinent often favour spin, and his versatility with the ball might place him higher in the pecking order if selectors aim for a balanced squad for that tour.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe top three might be asking a different question, but definitely that middle-order role and being asked to chip in with a few overs as well \u2014 I could do a job there if that was to open up,\u201d Webster explained.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With the potential for a role in either the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India or the later Sri Lanka tour, Webster is focused on consistency and putting up strong performances in domestic cricket. \u201cI think if you\u2019re on the fringe of the squad\u2026 you think you might be a chance. But at the moment, I\u2019m looking forward to keep putting some performances on the board where I may get selected,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe top three might be asking a different question, but definitely that middle-order role and being asked to chip in with a few overs as well \u2014 I could do a job there if that was to open up,\u201d Webster explained.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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