The unknowns of touring Pakistan and the challenges of travel during the COVID-19 pandemic has led selectors to name an 18-man squad for Australia's first Test tour of the subcontinent nation in 24 years.
Pat Cummins will lead a team aiming to put the messy exit of former coach Justin Langer behind them when the three-Test series starts in Rawalpindi on March 4.
Given Australia haven't played a Test in Pakistan since 1998, selectors have covered themselves for multiple scenarios with the squad featuring three spinners, allrounders Cameron Green and Mitchell Marsh and a pace lineup bolstered by the return of Josh Hazlewood.
