Mitchell Marsh's classy gesture with Beau Webster's family after SCG heartbreak
Mitch Marsh may have been dropped by selectors for the final Test, but his class was still present at the SCG as his replacement was handed his baggy green.
The 33-year-old's Test career had been placed under a cloud following a horror slump with the bat, averaging just 10.42 runs for the series against India.
Given the ongoing injury concerns with Mitchell Starc and Marsh's form, selectors were left with little choice but to bring in Beau Webster to make his Test debut.
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Mark Waugh presents Beau Webster his baggy green. Fox Cricket
The rangy Tasmanian all-rounder was presented his baggy green by Mark Waugh, surrounded by his teammates and family.
"It's a great honour for me to present cap 469 to [Webster]," Waugh said as he presented Webster with his baggy green.
"This cap not only represents what you have done but all the people who have been involved in your career.
"Playing cricket for Australia is one of the best things you can do in life... so go for it."
As the team moved out of the huddle to continue their pre-game celebrations, Marsh was seen giving hugs and handshakes to members of Webster's family.
Mitchell Marsh congratulates Beau Webster after being presented with a Baggy Green. Cricket Australia via Getty Imag
Despite his own omission, the act was quick to gain attraction on social media with many fans praising Marsh's attitude.
Australian captain Pat Cummins revealed Marsh understood the thought behind the decision and was "really excited" to see what Webster will bring to the team.
"The first thing he (Marsh) said was 'I can't wait to see Beau go out there and give it a crack'," Cummins said on Thursday.
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