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'More than a guess': George Bailey defends Nathan McSweeney's selection as opener for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Australian chief selector George Bailey has responded to criticism from former Test opener Ed Cowan, who questioned the selection of Nathan McSweeney as an opener for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy opener against India. Cowan labeled McSweeney's promotion as "a guess" due to his limited experience opening the batting.

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Michael Hussey questions Australia's decision to pick Nathan McSweeney as opener for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Former Australia batter Michael Hussey has expressed reservations about Australia's decision to field Nathan McSweeney as an opener in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The Times of India

Bancroft loses form at wrong time for Test recall

After being the best performed Sheffield Shield batter of the past two seasons, Cameron Bancroft lost form at the worst possible time.

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New opener and a surprise inclusion in Australia's Test squad for Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India

NEW DELHI: Nathan McSweeney has been selected as Australia's new opening batsman for the first Test match of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. The five-Test series begins in Perth on November 22nd. Wicketkeeper-batsman Josh Inglis was a surprise addition to the 13-man squad, which was revealed on Sunday.

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New Test opener McSweeney ready to take first ball

Nathan McSweeney will become the first Australian in 47 years to make his Test debut as an opener despite never having batted there at Sheffield Shield level.

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Agar sends timely reminder as WA thrash Tasmania

Ashton Agar pushed his Test hopes and Brody Couch took a hat-trick as Sheffield Shield leaders Western Australia thrashed Tasmania by an innings.

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Border Gavaskar Trophy: George Bailey rules out playing Josh Inglis as an opener

NEW DELHI: As the discussions and hunt for the top batting spot continue ahead of the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India beginning on November 22, Australian team selection committee chairperson George Bailey stated that wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis would not be considered as an option to open the innings.

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Australia rules Inglis out of becoming new Test opener

Australia have prioritised preparing for the blockbuster Test battle against India when choosing their T20 squad to face Pakistan next month.

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Harris, Konstas to face Test grilling in Shield clash

NSW and Victoria are set to field five Test bowlers between them in their Shield clash, providing the perfect showdown for Marcus Harris and Sam Konstas.

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Who is Sam Konstas, 19-year-old named in Australia A squad to face India A

Teenager Sam Konstas was named in Australia A squad to face India A later this month (October 31 - November 4 and November 7-10), propelling him to Test contention with the senior sides slated to meet in a five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy in November.

The Times of India

Border Gavaskar Trophy: Steve Smith won't open against India, says Australia selector George Bailey

NEW DELHI: After a brief tenure as Australia's opening batsman in Test cricket, Steven Smith will return to his position in the middle order for the forthcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy series against India, according to confirmation from National Selector George Bailey.

The Times of India

Matt Renshaw's hopes of Test recall take a hit

Sam Konstas, Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft have all beaten Matt Renshaw for selection in the Australia A squad to face India A this summer.

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Australia announce squad for ODI series against Pakistan

NEW DELHI: The National Selection Panel (NSP) on Monday announced the men’s squads for the ODI International Series against Pakistan and the Australia A matches against India.

The Times of India

Top talent to get Shield warm-up before India Tests

Australia's multi-format stars will be given the luxury of their best preparation for a Test summer in five years ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

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Australia's new T20I addition Cooper Connolly 'couldn't believe' his call-up

NEW DELHI: The Australian cricket team is set to embark on a white-ball tour of the United Kingdom in September, with matches scheduled against Scotland and England. Chief selector George Bailey announced a 15-man squad on Monday, with Mitchell Marsh named as the captain.

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Australia end David Warner’s hopes of international comeback after retirement

The 37-year-old seemingly left the door ajar for a return last week as he said on social media he was “open” to playing in the Champions Trophy.

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David Warner will not be considered for 2025 Champions Trophy: George Bailey

NEW DELHI: George Bailey, the chief selector for the Australian men's cricket team, has confirmed that David Warner, the seasoned left-handed opening batsman, will not be considered for selection in the Champions Trophy scheduled for 2025.

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Warner 'stirring the pot' laughed off by head selector

David Warner has hinted he would be open to playing for Australia again, but chairman of selectors George Bailey has laughed off the post.

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Pat Cummins rested for Australia's limited-overs tour to England and Scotland

NEW DELHI: As part of a workload management program, ODI World Cup-winning captain Pat Cummins will be rested for Australia's upcoming limited-overs tour to Britain while Mitchell Starc will miss the Twenty20 phase of the tour.

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Fraser-McGurk, Short join Aussie T20 squad as reserves

Australia will add Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matt Short as travelling reserves to its 15-man squad for next month's Twenty20 World Cup.

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George Bailey justifies exclusion of 'eye-catching' Jake Fraser-McGurk from Australia's T20 World Cup squad

Australia's chairman of selectors, George Bailey, has justified the exclusion of dynamic batsman Jake Fraser-McGurk from their T20 World Cup squad, citing the consistent performance of their top three players, particularly David Warner.

The Times of India

Australia's Matthew Wade can't wait for T20 World Cup after sweeping New Zealand series

Stand-in captain Matthew Wade has praised the extensive talent pool within Australia's T20 squad and anticipates a tough task for selectors in finalizing the World Cup roster following the series sweep in New Zealand.

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Dilemmas for T20 selectors as newbies stake their claim

Matt Short could be the big winner from Australia's Twenty20 rout of New Zealand, impressing with his versatility as the race hots up for a World Cup place.

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Fraser-McGurk to bide time in Shield before Tests

Young dynamo Jake Fraser-McGurk will need to make his Sheffield Shield performances count before being promoted into Australia's Test squad.

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Australia recall Michael Neser for New Zealand Tests

NEW DELHI: The Australian cricket team has recalled all-rounder Michael Neser to bolster their squad in a strategic move ahead of their upcoming Tests against New Zealand. The decision was announced by chief selector George Bailey, who praised Neser's consistent performances over time.

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