Cameron Green backed for 'extended run' after drought-breaking ton

Cameron Green's drought-breaking century against Bangladesh has provided him breathing room at the crucial number five batting position, earning him praise from captain Pat Cummins. Green's 104 in the second innings of Australia's nine-wicket loss was his first in Australia and ended an 11-innings run without reaching a half-century.

The 27-year-old all-rounder has faced significant criticism for not converting his potential into consistent results. However, his knock in Darwin leaves him as one of the few Australian batters who can be satisfied with their performance.

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I'm sure he will get an extended run somewhere.

Cummins expressed confidence in Green, stating, "I'm sure he will get an extended run somewhere." He added, "I thought he was really impressive and controlled his innings. He looked in total command of his skills out there. He just needed one or two of us to bat alongside him."

Green's century, his third in Tests, did not secure a win, largely due to the rest of the batting order failing to support him. Australia is considering changes to the underperforming top order for the second Test, but Green is expected to retain his place. His performance on the West Indies tour, averaging 30.66 at first drop, also highlighted his potential.

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I thought he was really impressive and controlled his innings. He looked in total command of his skills out there. He just needed one or two of us to bat alongside him.