Australian wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey is in awe of Tim David's savage hitting, saying the 26-year-old's "raw power" simply amazes him. Cricket Australia (CA) on Thursday included Singapore-born, Perth raised David in place of leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson in their squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in October. David has established himself with some quality performances in leagues around the world, earning a place in the 15-memebr Australia squad. He is a highly gifted and natural striker of the ball who can add extra batting depth to the group, which has enjoyed a lot of success in T20 cricket of late.

The 26-year-old was a relatively unknown entity in Australian cricket before he was picked by Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction for a mind-boggling Rs 8.5 crore. Following successful stints with MI and BBL side Hobart Hurricanes, he has a chance to further his career with the Australian side when it begins its campaign in the ICC T20 World Cup at home in October. "I've played against him (David) in the Big Bash and I've seen his raw power from behind the stumps," Carey said on SEN 1170 Breakfast on Friday. "He's got the ability to hit both sides of the ground.

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