It was the first time he had opened in first-class cricket and while he will face more demanding conditions, his concentration and hunger for runs stood out (not to mention some of the strokeplay). Neser knows all about carrying the drinks for the Test side. He would also bring the advantage of providing cover for any position in the top six. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. 48m Andrew McGlashan Sophie Ecclestone: 'I'm really excited to see what the future holds for a women's IPL' He returned to the bowling crease in the previous match for the first time in a year and sent down 12 overs across four spells. It has been a fascinating Shield season so far – both in terms of the quality of the cricket and those making an impression – but who could be closest to joining the established players? It will also be a special day for lock Samuel Whitelock, who will make his 100th Test start for New Zealand in his 120th Test… It remains hard to see him getting past the big four quicks unless for injury although four Tests in a month means that reserves will need to be ready. He has been close before – in the 2018-19 summer against Sri Lanka – but could this be the season for his highly-anticipated Test debut? India vs Australia (IND vs AUS) T20, ODI, Test Series 2020 Schedule, Squad, Venues: India’s tour of Australia comprises three T20 Internationals, as many ODIs and four Tests. His start, delayed by Victoria’s quarantine-hit build-up, could not have gone any better with a career-best unbeaten 255 against South Australia as part of the record Sheffield Shield stand of 486. With Matthew Wade in the Test set-up, he may be sufficient wicketkeeping back-up for Tim Paine, but if another one is required Alex Carey, who has been at the IPL, would be favourite although Josh Inglis is averaging an eye-catching 114.50 this season. 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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 26 (ANI): KL Rahul, Navdeep Saini, and Mohammad Siraj have been included in India's 18-member squad for the upcoming Test series against Australia. Elton Chigumbura to retire from international cricket after Pakistan series, Atapattu and Yadav stand tall as Supernovas and Trailblazers make the final, Sean Abbott ‘as ready as anyone’ for a Test call-up against India – Trent Copeland, ‘Jason Holder always in consideration for T20s’ – Phil Simmons, Zimbabwe opt to bat on flat pitch, Usman Qadir debuts for Pakistan. His start, delayed by Victoria’s quarantine-hit build-up, could not have gone any better with a career-best unbeaten 255 against South Australia as part of the record Sheffield Shield stand of 486. That potentially leaves five spots up for the grabs to provide cover for all positions and options for various conditions. What will CSK's new template be after floundering in 2020? All rights reserved. Australia's selectors will sit down next week as the first stage of the Sheffield Shield season concludes to pick the Test squad to face India. He helped secure victory against Tasmania – bowling 45.2 overs in the second innings – and a career-best match haul of 10 for 171 came close to snatching a win against New South Wales. Michael Neser to be picked in Australia's 17-man Ashes squad (AAP) Opening batsman Cameron Bancroft returns to the Test setup for the first time since the … Ashes 2019: Australia announce 17-man squad as Cameron Bancroft, Steve Smith and David Warner return. A similar cricketer to Neser in a lot of ways, but whether he gets in may depend on how many extra pace bowlers are needed. While the allrounder talk is centred around Green, Agar would be potentially another way for Australia to balance their side if they wanted two spinners at any stage. Innings 3; Runs 145; Avg 48.33 | Overs 68.1; Wickets 7; Avg 20.71. Australia’s selectors will sit down next week as the first stage of the Sheffield Shield season concludes to pick the Test squad to face India. The allrounder has been the centre of a lot of discussions already this season – he made a superb career-best 197 against New South Wales – and earned his maiden call-up to the limited-overs squad a couple of weeks ago. Australia Test squad: who has staked their claim for a call-up? The enlarged group is expected to number around 17 – “give or take,” national selector Trevor Hohns said – so if it’s assumed that the 12 players used last season (James Pattinson for the injured Josh Hazlewood was the only change) are locked in. Use of these names, logos, and brands does not imply endorsement unless specified. The other half of that record stand, Harris’ 239 was an early reward for the hard work he has put in during pre-season to make some small technical adjustments following his first stint as a Test opener – the latter part of which ended after a poor Ashes tour. 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