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Konstas Axed, Labuschagne Recalled As Aus Name Squad For First Ashes Test
Pacers Scott Boland: Marnus Labuschagne earned a recall while young opener Sam Konstas left out as Australia announced a squad for the first Ashes Test, starting from November 21 in Perth.
Uncapped left-hander Jake Weatherald has a chance to make his Test debut after he was named in 15-player squad.
Former captain Steve Smith will lead the side as Cummins remains sidelined, with fellow batter Travis Head, all-rounders Cameron Green and Beau Webster likely to feature inside the top six. Read More...
Ashes Test Marnus Labuschagne Sam Konstas Jake Weatherald Steve Smith Travis Head Cameron Green Beau Webster Sheffield Shield Usman Khawaja Both Labuschagne Pacers Scott Boland Brendan Doggett Sean Abbott George Bailey Josh Inglis
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