The 28-year-old hammered 41 off just 26 deliveries, featuring 4 fours and 2 sixes, giving Australia an early advantage with his explosive start.

After being in and out of the team over the past two years, Short is now resolute in his mission to seize the opportunity and firmly establish himself as the team’s opener.

“Obviously, with Davey Warner out, you sort of know that the spot’s opened up,” Short said. But then Jake Fraser-McGurk has been playing the last few games in Scotland, so you never know where you sit. But I’m glad I sort of took that opportunity tonight and played my role to help the team with a win tonight.

“It’s a personal sort of goal of mine. I’ve been in and out of the side recently over the last 12-18 months. Now Dave is out, I’m really trying to take this opportunity and cement my spot in this side.”