Australia Announces 14-Man Squad For Test Against South Africa. Australia will be without a key bowler for the first Test against South Africa in Brisbane as the selectors have named a 14-man squad for the opening game of the series against the Proteas. disclosed.
Hazlewood is still battling a side strain:-
Veteran fast bowler Josh Hazlewood is still battling a side strain and has been ruled out of Saturday’s clash at the Gabba.
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However, the selectors are hopeful that skipper Pat Cummins will get over his quadriplegia and get fit.
Hazlewood and Cummins missed Australia’s comprehensive 419-run win over the West Indies in Adelaide, with fellow fast bowlers Scott Boland and Michael Neser doing well in their absence.
Close to comeback according to chief selector George Bailey:-
While Hazlewood is still struggling to recover from his side injury, Cummins is close to making a comeback according to chief selector George Bailey.
“Pat continues to improve, bowled with complete freedom on Saturday and is likely to play in this match, although Josh will need more time,” Bailey said.
“With that in mind, we have retained Michael Neser and Lance Morris for this match.
Michael bowled brilliantly in Adelaide:-
“Michael bowled brilliantly in Adelaide, as did Scott. We were, as always, impressed with his performances, which he has achieved in the past. Lance is a very exciting prospect who will benefit from time with the team.
“With so much cricket ahead, we continue to look for opportunities to develop and maintain our fast bowling experience and depth.”
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Australia squad for 1st Test vs South Africa: 1. Pat Cummins (c), 2. Scott Boland, 3. Alex Carey, 4. Cameron Green, 5. Marcus Harris, 6. Travis Head, 7. Usman Khawaja, 8. Marnus Labuschagne, 9. Nathan Lyon, 10. Lance Morris, 11. Michael Neser, 12. Steve Smith, 13. Mitchell Stark, 14. David Warner.
