Selectors have instead opted for uncapped all-rounder Cooper Connolly as another spin option, joining Nathan Lyon, Todd Murphy and Matthew Kuhnemann. Teenage opener Sam Konstas and all-rounder Beau Webster have been retained in the squad following impressive Test debuts against India. Uncapped quick Sean Abbott joins Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland among the pace options. Australia, who beat India 3-1, have already sewn up their place in the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's in June. Squad:Steve Smith, Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Nathan McSweeney, Todd Murphy, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster

Source: bd News24 January 09, 2025 14:04 UTC