Some factors that might stand in Zampa’s way are his sporadic first-class appearances (he has played red-ball cricket only twice since 2019) and his average which sits close to 47.

This, however, didn’t bother the 32-year-old, who trusted his bowling to come good in the longest format of the game.

“Even if I do get picked in the upcoming subcontinent tours, people will say, well his record is averaging 46 with the ball. It’s not good enough, people will say that I’m sure.

“But if I do get picked I’ll know that the way I feel like I’m bowling, it’ll be fine.”

One thing that does work in Zampa’s favour is his commitment to Australian international cricket despite being a hot commodity in the T20 franchise market.

“Looking forward, the franchise thing isn’t for me. I want to keep playing for Australia as long as I can, the feeling of success in that team is something I want more of.”

It is perhaps for this reason, that Zampa has signed a two-year contract with Cricket Australia.

“I’m lucky enough to have signed a two-year with Australia and it’s on the basis of wanting to play every game for Australia. It meant I had to make some decisions around franchise cricket.”