India vs Australia 1st Test: The first match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy will be played between India and Australia from November 22. The eyes of the whole world are on this. Now Australia has announced the squad for the first Test. A total of 13 players have been entered in this and Pat Cummins has got the responsibility of captaincy. Nathan McSweeney, who impressed with his batting against India A, has also got a place. He can open with Usman Khawaja. After the retirement of David Warner, the Australian team could not find a permanent opener.
Four fast bowlers got a chance
Australian pitches are always helpful for fast bowlers. In such a situation, Australia has given a chance to four fast bowlers in the team with great planning. Including Pat Cummins, Scott Boland, Mitchell Starc and Jos Hazlewood. These players are known for their killer bowling.
The team includes two wicketkeepers
Experienced batsmen like Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head have got a chance in the team. Two wicketkeepers have also been included in the squad for the first Test. In which the names of Jos English and Alex Carey are included. But in the playing eleven, the responsibility of wicketkeeping may be given to Alex Carey.
Chief selector George Bailey made a big point
Australia chief selector George Bailey said Nathan McSweeney has done well with a strong record in domestic cricket. His performances for South Australia and Australia A have been in his favor and support our view that he is ready for an opportunity at Test level. Josh has been doing well in the Sheffield Shield tournament and deserves a place in his first Test squad.
Australian team squad for first test match:
Pat Cummins (capt), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc.
Team for the first Test match between India and Australia:
First Test: November 22-26: Perth
Second Test: 6-10 December: Adelaide
Third Test: 14-18 December: Brisbane
Fourth Test: December 26-30: Melbourne
Fifth Test: 3-7 January: Sydney
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