Pat Cummins believed that Aussie batter Camron Green earned a spot in the batting lineup due to his recent good form, and the team thought batting at number three would suit him well.
Former No. 1-ranked Test batter Marnus Labuschagne will be pushed up in the order to open alongside Usman Khawaja, while Josh Hazlewood won the race against Scott Boland to partner left-armer Mitchell Starc and Cummins in the pace attack.
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has announced the playing XI for the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at the Home of Cricket, Lord's.
New Delhi [India], June 10: India is on track to emerge as a developed nation by its centenary in 2047. This forward-looking vision emphasizes inclusive growth, sustainable development, and effective governance, with the nation's youth playing a pivotal role as both architects and benefic
Bavuma would be playing the biggest Test of his life, aiming to win the first-ever world title for his country during the WTC final against Australia at Lord's from June 11. There is plenty of excitement he is experiencing. The team does not consist of big-time superstars, but is a determine
Green will be playing the WTC final as a specialist batter against South Africa, and is expected to score big in order to help the Aussies become the first-ever team to defend their Test crown. He is giving himself some much-needed game time in the UK during the County Championship Division
India's 'Chinaman' spinner Kuldeep Yadav remains pressure free despite the evolving expectations about the impact he can create during the five anticipated Tests in England. Kuldeep, who holds a fair share of experience playing against the Three Lions, is looking to instil what he has learne
Webster made a fine impression in his game, delivering quality overs of pace and spin and playing fine knocks of 57 and 39* during the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against India at Sydney and hitting the runs that sealed Australia's first series win against India in Tests since 2014.
Australia's seasoned quick Scott Boland is still in the dark about his potential appearance in the World Test Championship final against South Africa on Tuesday at the Lord's, a venue where he would "love" to play.