Australia has announced its squad for the World Test Championship (WTC) Final, scheduled for June 11-15 at Lord's Cricket Ground. Australia will face South Africa in this crucial title clash.
Sports News: Cricket Australia has announced a 15-member squad for the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 Final. The team is set to compete at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground in England from June 11th to 15th.
Pat Cummins will captain the Australian team, with some significant changes to the lineup. The most notable is the return of all-rounder Cameron Green. Green's fitness had been a concern after a six-month absence from the team, but he is now fully fit and ready for this important match.
Cameron Green's Return
This is a crucial moment for the Australian team, as Cameron Green, a highly talented all-rounder, has been sidelined due to injury for the past six months. His return significantly strengthens the squad. Green's presence will bolster both the batting and bowling departments. He possesses exceptional skills in both batting and bowling in Test cricket. His return provides the Australian team with more options for their playing eleven.
Return of Sam Consta and Josh Hazlewood
Furthermore, young opening batsman Sam Consta and fast bowler Josh Hazlewood have also been included in the team. Consta had returned home mid-series during the tour of Sri Lanka, but he is now back in the squad for the WTC Final.
Josh Hazlewood has also fully recovered from injury, and his experience will be invaluable in the final. Hazlewood's presence will strengthen Australia's bowling attack, as he is a crucial part of their pace bowling.
Brendan Doggett Included as Traveling Reserve
Cricket Australia's 15-member squad for the final includes Brendan Doggett as a traveling reserve. Doggett is an experienced bowler and has been included as a reserve to step in if any player is injured or another situation arises.
Pat Cummins (Captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Consta, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster.
Traveling Reserve - Brendan Doggett.
Same Squad for West Indies Tour
Following the World Test Championship Final, Australia will tour the West Indies. Australia will play a three-Test match series in the West Indies starting June 25th. This will be followed by a five-match T20 series. The same squad selected for the WTC Final will also participate in this tour. This tour will be a significant series for the Australian team, as Test matches in the West Indies are always challenging.
