"It's obviously going to be a challenge batting No 3 against Australia with the best bowling attack in the world," Ali stated. "I'm looking forward to it.

"I believe Brook is a superb participant and shall be an ideal participant. I simply personally really feel like 5 is nice for him and the influence he can have at 5 is far more than what he can most likely do at three, in the meanwhile.

"I'm not saying he won't be a good No 3 I just feel right now for the team it's probably best that I go three. I do enjoy batting three, the challenge of batting three. I think for the team right now it's the best thing.

"I'm trying ahead to enjoying in opposition to these guys and getting challenged. I do know it is not simple as a result of they're clearly superb."