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Can Sam Konstas deliver where Nathan McSweeney couldn't?

Top-order woes force Aussies to make big changes ahead of Boxing Day Test

The Times of India

'Like to throw something different at India': Australia chief selector defends changes in squad before Boxing Day Test

NEW DELHI: Ahead of the Boxing Day Test against India, Australian selectors have called up uncapped teenager Sam Konstas, aiming to inject a fresh dynamic into their top-order batting. Selection chair George Bailey explained the decision, emphasizing the need for a different approach to counter India’s formidable pace attack.

The Times of India

Amid criticism from Darren Lehmann, Pat Cummins defends George Bailey

NEW DELHI: After being sharply criticized by former Australian coach Darren Lehmann for being too close to the Test team to make the difficult decisions, Australian Test captain Pat Cummins has defended chief selector George Bailey.

The Times of India

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Australia top-order seriously out of form: Ian Healy

NEW DELHI: Legendary wicketkeeper Ian Healy has called attention to the top three Australian batsmen's severe lack of form ahead of the pivotal Boxing Day Test match against India on December 26 and advised them to produce if they wish to be in the team.

The Times of India

Konstas feels he's on the up as selectors mull squad

Sam Konstas believes he has already improved as a batter through this summer, as calls grow for the 19-year-old to make a Test debut against India.

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Hurting India Under Pressure In Blockbuster Five-Test Australia Series

India head into a hotly anticipated five-Test showdown against Australia starting in Perth on Friday wounded by their first home series loss in 12 years and with a point to prove.

International Business Times

'More than a guess': George Bailey defends Nathan McSweeney's selection as opener for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Australian chief selector George Bailey has responded to criticism from former Test opener Ed Cowan, who questioned the selection of Nathan McSweeney as an opener for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener against India. Cowan labeled McSweeney's promotion as "a guess" due to his limited experience opening the batting.

The Times of India

Michael Hussey questions Australia's decision to pick Nathan McSweeney as opener for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Former Australia batter Michael Hussey has expressed reservations about Australia's decision to field Nathan McSweeney as an opener in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The Times of India

Bancroft loses form at wrong time for Test recall

After being the best performed Sheffield Shield batter of the past two seasons, Cameron Bancroft lost form at the worst possible time.

AAP

New opener and a surprise inclusion in Australia's Test squad for Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India

NEW DELHI: Nathan McSweeney has been selected as Australia's new opening batsman for the first Test match of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. The five-Test series begins in Perth on November 22nd. Wicketkeeper-batsman Josh Inglis was a surprise addition to the 13-man squad, which was revealed on Sunday.

The Times of India

New Test opener McSweeney ready to take first ball

Nathan McSweeney will become the first Australian in 47 years to make his Test debut as an opener despite never having batted there at Sheffield Shield level.

AAP

Agar sends timely reminder as WA thrash Tasmania

Ashton Agar pushed his Test hopes and Brody Couch took a hat-trick as Sheffield Shield leaders Western Australia thrashed Tasmania by an innings.

AAP

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The Times of India

Border Gavaskar Trophy: George Bailey rules out playing Josh Inglis as an opener

NEW DELHI: As the discussions and hunt for the top batting spot continue ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India beginning on November 22, Australian team selection committee chairperson George Bailey stated that wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis would not be considered as an option to open the innings.

AAP

Australia rules Inglis out of becoming new Test opener

Australia have prioritised preparing for the blockbuster Test battle against India when choosing their T20 squad to face Pakistan next month.

AAP

Harris, Konstas to face Test grilling in Shield clash

NSW and Victoria are set to field five Test bowlers between them in their Shield clash, providing the perfect showdown for Marcus Harris and Sam Konstas.

The Times of India

Who is Sam Konstas, 19-year-old named in Australia A squad to face India A

Teenager Sam Konstas was named in Australia A squad to face India A later this month (October 31 - November 4 and November 7-10), propelling him to Test contention with the senior sides slated to meet in a five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy in November.

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Border Gavaskar Trophy: Steve Smith won't open against India, says Australia selector George Bailey

NEW DELHI: After a brief tenure as Australia's opening batsman in Test cricket, Steven Smith will return to his position in the middle order for the forthcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy series against India, according to confirmation from National Selector George Bailey.

AAP

Matt Renshaw's hopes of Test recall take a hit

Sam Konstas, Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft have all beaten Matt Renshaw for selection in the Australia A squad to face India A this summer.

The Times of India

Australia announce squad for ODI series against Pakistan

NEW DELHI: The National Selection Panel (NSP) on Monday announced the men’s squads for the ODI International Series against Pakistan and the Australia A matches against India.

AAP

Top talent to get Shield warm-up before India Tests

Australia's multi-format stars will be given the luxury of their best preparation for a Test summer in five years ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The Times of India

Australia's new T20I addition Cooper Connolly 'couldn't believe' his call-up

NEW DELHI: The Australian cricket team is set to embark on a white-ball tour of the United Kingdom in September, with matches scheduled against Scotland and England. Chief selector George Bailey announced a 15-man squad on Monday, with Mitchell Marsh named as the captain.

The Independent UK

Australia end David Warner’s hopes of international comeback after retirement

The 37-year-old seemingly left the door ajar for a return last week as he said on social media he was “open” to playing in the Champions Trophy.

The Times of India

David Warner will not be considered for 2025 Champions Trophy: George Bailey

NEW DELHI: George Bailey, the chief selector for the Australian men's cricket team, has confirmed that David Warner, the seasoned left-handed opening batsman, will not be considered for selection in the Champions Trophy scheduled for 2025.

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