Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques remains confident in his team’s ability to succeed in the BBL Finals despite the absence of their international stars. Despite a loss in the opening finals match in Hobart, Henriques refuses to use their absence as an excuse. The Sixers were missing key players like Steve Smith, Sean Abbott, and Todd Murphy, who are with the Australian Test squad in Dubai. However, Henriques sees this as an opportunity for other players to step up.
English player James Vince has been the leading run-scorer for the Sixers this season, with Henriques himself following closely behind. Despite the defeat, Henriques sees it as a positive experience for players who haven’t had much time at the crease. He praised the efforts of Jordan Silk, Kurtis Patterson, and rookie Lachlan Shaw in the match.
Henriques is accustomed to playing without international players in the finals and believes in the abilities of his team members. He sees the loss as a learning experience and is optimistic about their chances in the upcoming matches. Despite the challenges, Henriques remains positive and believes that the team performed well in the face of adversity.
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