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Ashes: Khawaja In Contention For Adelaide Test But McDonald Hints At Batting Reshuffle

By IANS News December 09, 2025 • 12:10 PM View: 699

Adelaide Test: Australia's veteran opener Usman Khawaja is expected to be back in the mix for the second Ashes Test in Adelaide, though is not necessarily locked in to open.

In the Perth series opener, Khawaja was unable to open in Australia’s first innings after spending extended time off the field with a back complaint during England’s batting. Marnus Labuschagne stepped in initially, but on day two Head capitalised on the opportunity, producing a match-winning Ashes century for the ages.

Khawaja’s most probable return would see him slot back into the opening role, pushing Travis Head down to No. 5, although head coach Andrew McDonald stressed that the opener’s spot isn’t his only option. If Khawaja is recalled, it would most likely come at Josh Inglis’ expense.

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