Peter Siddle eyes berth in Oz T20 squad

Sydney, Jan 1 (CRICKETNMORE): Veteran Australian pacer Peter Siddle is eying a spot in the national T20 squad following a string of good performances in the Big Bash League. Mostly regarded as a speci

He was in good form last season as well, claiming 11 wickets at an average of 20 and an economy rate of 5.94. This year, he has taken four wickets in the two matches he has played so far.

The 34-year-old, who has 214 wickets in 64 Test matches, asserted that he has the ability to make a mark for himself in limited overs cricket as well.

"I think I did (always have T20 bowling skills) but I hadn't played enough to be able to bring them out," Siddle said. 

"Last year, playing a full season gave me an opportunity to train and prepare for it," he added.

Along with his T20 ambitions, Siddle is also eying a spot in the Test squad with the Ashes series scheduled to be held in England later this year.