Victorian batter Peter Handscomb will lead the side in the two-day pink-ball match in Canberra from November 29, which serves as key preparation under lights ahead of the day-night Test at the Gabba.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Konstas will be joined by fellow U19 World Cup winners Charlie Anderson, Oliver Peake, and Hugh Weibgen. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
The incumbent Test opener, who missed selection for the first Test against England after a challenging tour of the Caribbean earlier this year, will be the most closely watched member of the youthful team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"This match has a rich history within the broader men\u2019s program, and this year will be especially exciting with the men\u2019s Ashes underway at that point.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"It\u2019s a chance to build depth, reward performance, and provide valuable exposure and experience against international competition,\" said selection chief George Bailey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, veteran Peter Siddle, who turns 41 in the same week as the fixture, will also appear in the traditional tour match. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Nathan McSweeney is the other Test-capped player in the team, while quick Sam Skelly, who recently made his debut for Queensland, is the local ACT representative. Tim Paine is the coach of the side.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The Prime Minister\u2019s XI is a proud tradition in Australian cricket, and I\u2019m thrilled to confirm the squad to face the England XI later this month,\" said Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, as quoted by cricket.com.au.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"This team showcases the depth of talent in our domestic cricket system, and I\u2019m particularly excited to see some of our emerging stars earn this opportunity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The Prime Minister\u2019s XI is a proud tradition in Australian cricket, and I\u2019m thrilled to confirm the squad to face the England XI later this month,\" said Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, as quoted by cricket.com.au.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I am also looking forward to the Ashes commencing in Perth from 21 November, it\u2019s the oldest rivalry in world cricket - Australia and England in an Ashes Series always means something extra,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n