Australia have announced the 15-man squad for the first Test of upcoming Ashes series at home against England which starts November 21. In what could not be termed as a surprise, Sam Konstas has been dropped from the squad after a series of low scored including on the West Indies tour earlier this year. Marnus Labuschagne, on the other hand, has been included in the 15-man squad and is all set to feature in the playing XI as well, thanks to his current hot form. As for Usman Khawaja's opening partner, Australia have picked up Tasmania's Jake Weatherald.<h2>Green, Webster both in the squad</h2>With regular skipper Pat Cummins out of the first Test, Australia have included both all-rounders Cameron Green and Beau Webster in the squad. The move is to have some flexibility in bowling especially while announcing the playing XI in coming days. Green's bowling workload will be watched in the next Sheffield Shield match before a decision is made over his place in the final XI.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-ravi-ashwin-not-going-to-play-for-sydney-thunder-in-upcoming-bbl-season-1762253212013">Ashwin not going to play for Sydney Thunder in upcoming BBL season - Here's why</a>"It's nice to have options," Australia selector George Bailey said. "Cam Green bowling is certainly one [to watch]. And then I think just by virtue of the fact that there's 14 guys out of your 15-man squad that are playing Shield cricket, just get through the game and see how everyone's pulled up."<h2>Who are the bowling options?</h2>From the squad names, it looks clear that Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland, Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon will make the four-bowler attack along with an all-rounder. As for reserves, Brendan Doggett and Sean Abbott have been added to the squad as well.<h2>Australia squad for first Ashes Test against England</h2>Steven Smith (capt), Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster&nbsp;

With regular skipper Pat Cummins out of the first Test, Australia have included both all-rounders Cameron Green and Beau Webster in the squad. The move is to have some flexibility in bowling especially while announcing the playing XI in coming days.

Australia have announced the 15-man squad for the first Test of upcoming Ashes series at home against England which starts November 21. In what could not be termed as a surprise, Sam Konstas has been dropped from the squad after a series of low scored including on the West Indies tour earlier this year. Marnus Labuschagne, on the other hand, has been included in the 15-man squad and is all set to feature in the playing XI as well, thanks to his current hot form. As for Usman Khawaja's opening partner, Australia have picked up Tasmania's Jake Weatherald. Green, Webster both in the squad With regular skipper Pat Cummins out of the first Test, Australia have included both all-rounders Cameron Green and Beau Webster in the squad. The move is to have some flexibility in bowling especially while announcing the playing XI in coming days. Green's bowling workload will be watched in the next Sheffield Shield match before a decision is made over his place in the final XI. Also Read - Ashwin not going to play for Sydney Thunder in upcoming BBL season - Here's why "It's nice to have options," Australia selector George Bailey said. "Cam Green bowling is certainly one [to watch]. And then I think just by virtue of the fact that there's 14 guys out of your 15-man squad that are playing Shield cricket, just get through the game and see how everyone's pulled up." Who are the bowling options? From the squad names, it looks clear that Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland, Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon will make the four-bowler attack along with an all-rounder. As for reserves, Brendan Doggett and Sean Abbott have been added to the squad as well. Australia squad for first Ashes Test against England Steven Smith (capt), Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster

With regular skipper Pat Cummins out of the first Test, Australia have included both all-rounders Cameron Green and Beau Webster in the squad. The move is to have some flexibility in bowling especially while announcing the playing XI in coming days.

Australia drop Konstas, call Labuschagne in 15-man squad for first Ashes Test against England

Australia have always played aggressive and bold cricket which has been visible in their playing XI for WTC Final 2025 against South Africa as well. The defending champions have announced the final 11 players on the eve of the ultimate Test against South Africa which begins June 11 at Lord's.19-year-old opener Sam Konstas, however, has been left out of the final playing XI as Marnus Labuschagne is set to open for the Aussies vs Proteas in WTC Final.With David Warner retired, Australia tried a couple of options including Steve Smith before locking in Konstas for the slot. The teenager made his debut against India in Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series 2024-25 and immediately impressed everyone.Explaining the decision to drop Konstas, Australia skipper Cummins as reported by ICC, said: “Realistically, he's really young, he's got a long career ahead of him.”Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-ipl-lucky-charm-and-only-player-to-win-a-title-with-dhoni-kohli-and-rohit-1749550178004">IPL's lucky charm? He's the only player to win a title with Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit</a>"With Marnus moving, we thought it’s one spot up really. It’s not too different to batting three. Marnus has experience, he has done well here at Lord's and in England in general," he added.By making Labuschagne open, Australia managed to bring all-rounder Cameron Green in the side while retaining Beau Webster as well.Webster, also an all-rounder, made his debut in the Sydney Test of BGT 2024-25 against India and scored 57 in debut Test innings before following it up with a 34-ball 39 runs in the second innings. He also took a wicket and provided much-needed breathing room for Australia's four-Test tired attack.He broke into the Aussie side on the back of his 2023-24 Sheffield Shield season where he scored 938 runs and took 30 wickets as well. His record-breaking season put him next to Sir Garfield Sobers as only second player to score 900+ runs and take 30 or more wickets in a single Shield season.Since his debut against India, he also played in two Tests in Sri Lanka and gave good enough returns to keep his place for the most important Test of his short career so far.

By making Labuschagne open and dropping Sam Konstas, Australia managed to bring all-rounder Cameron Green in the side while retaining Beau Webster as well.

Australia have always played aggressive and bold cricket which has been visible in their playing XI for WTC Final 2025 against South Africa as well. The defending champions have announced the final 11 players on the eve of the ultimate Test against South Africa which begins June 11 at Lord's. 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas, however, has been left out of the final playing XI as Marnus Labuschagne is set to open for the Aussies vs Proteas in WTC Final. With David Warner retired, Australia tried a couple of options including Steve Smith before locking in Konstas for the slot. The teenager made his debut against India in Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series 2024-25 and immediately impressed everyone. Explaining the decision to drop Konstas, Australia skipper Cummins as reported by ICC, said: “Realistically, he's really young, he's got a long career ahead of him.” Also Read - IPL's lucky charm? He's the only player to win a title with Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit "With Marnus moving, we thought it’s one spot up really. It’s not too different to batting three. Marnus has experience, he has done well here at Lord's and in England in general," he added. By making Labuschagne open, Australia managed to bring all-rounder Cameron Green in the side while retaining Beau Webster as well. Webster, also an all-rounder, made his debut in the Sydney Test of BGT 2024-25 against India and scored 57 in debut Test innings before following it up with a 34-ball 39 runs in the second innings. He also took a wicket and provided much-needed breathing room for Australia's four-Test tired attack. He broke into the Aussie side on the back of his 2023-24 Sheffield Shield season where he scored 938 runs and took 30 wickets as well. His record-breaking season put him next to Sir Garfield Sobers as only second player to score 900+ runs and take 30 or more wickets in a single Shield season. Since his debut against India, he also played in two Tests in Sri Lanka and gave good enough returns to keep his place for the most important Test of his short career so far.

By making Labuschagne open and dropping Sam Konstas, Australia managed to bring all-rounder Cameron Green in the side while retaining Beau Webster as well.

Why Labuschagne opening in WTC Final 2025? Australia dropped opener Konstas for THIS all-rounder vs SA

Mark Waugh wants Australia&rsquo;s next &lsquo;Andrew Symonds&rsquo; Beau Webster to replace under-fire Mitchell Marsh in the XI for the final BGT Test at the SCG starting January 3 next year.&nbsp;Marsh hasn&rsquo;t done justice to his selection in four Tests he played against India this time, scoring just 73 runs across seven innings, averaging 10.42. Even on Sunday (Dec 29), day four at the &lsquo;G&rsquo;, he got out on a duck off Jasprit Bumrah.
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Considering he's bowling limited overs for whatever reasons and has been failing with the bat throughout this crucial series, the selectors are bound to discuss his selection ahead of the final Test in Sydney.
Coming in at number six, Marsh hasn&rsquo;t replicated his past performances for which he won the Allan Border medal lately, putting pressure on Alex Carey and the tail, though they have found some runs across all Tests this time.
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Waugh reckoned Australia could try uncapped Webster at number seven, with Carey getting promotion in the batting order &ndash; a role late Aussie all-rounder Andrew Symonds used to play in his time. Like Symonds, who used to bowl seam and spin regularly, a rarity, Webster can do both and comes across as a handy lower-order batter.
Speaking to Fox Sports, Waugh said, &ldquo;There will be (a debate), depending on the conditions and the balance of the team. Beau Webster&rsquo;s in the squad, (Marsh has made) no runs in this game.&rdquo;
&ldquo;In theory, you could bat Alex Carey at six, have Beau Webster at seven, that could be an option as well.
&ldquo;(Webster) is a batting all-rounder, but he will bowl more overs, plus he can bowl off-spin and seam. That will be a discussion point depending on what happens in the next two days here, the fitness of Mitchell Starc for example,&rdquo; Waugh continued.
<h2>Langer differs</h2>
Though Marsh isn&rsquo;t the only weak link in Australia&rsquo;s batting order, with opener Usman Khawaja also under scrutiny for lack of runs and impact at the top, former coach Justin Langer believes otherwise, saying Pat Cummins and the team management must stick with Marsh for the final Test.
Sharing his thoughts in a conversation on Channel 7, Langer said dropping Marsh for the final game, regardless of the result of the ongoing Test, will not send a positive message.
Meanwhile, Australia&rsquo;s tail Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland added 55 runs for the tenth wicket, helping the hosts cross the 330-run lead (333), with their scorecard reading 228 for nine at stumps on day four.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Like Andrew Symonds, who used to bowl seam and spin regularly, a rarity, Beau Webster can do both and comes across as a handy lower-order batter.

Mark Waugh wants Australia’s next ‘Andrew Symonds’ Beau Webster to replace under-fire Mitchell Marsh in the XI for the final BGT Test at the SCG starting January 3 next year. Marsh hasn’t done justice to his selection in four Tests he played against India this time, scoring just 73 runs across seven innings, averaging 10.42. Even on Sunday (Dec 29), day four at the ‘G’, he got out on a duck off Jasprit Bumrah. Jasprit Bumrah takes his 200th Test wicket and follows it up with 201 just moments later!#AUSvIND | #MilestoneMoment | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/NpiXDBaVDI — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2024 Considering he's bowling limited overs for whatever reasons and has been failing with the bat throughout this crucial series, the selectors are bound to discuss his selection ahead of the final Test in Sydney. Coming in at number six, Marsh hasn’t replicated his past performances for which he won the Allan Border medal lately, putting pressure on Alex Carey and the tail, though they have found some runs across all Tests this time. Also read | BGT, MCG Test: Aussie tail frustrates India after Bumrah’s heroic spell on day 4 Waugh reckoned Australia could try uncapped Webster at number seven, with Carey getting promotion in the batting order – a role late Aussie all-rounder Andrew Symonds used to play in his time. Like Symonds, who used to bowl seam and spin regularly, a rarity, Webster can do both and comes across as a handy lower-order batter. Speaking to Fox Sports, Waugh said, “There will be (a debate), depending on the conditions and the balance of the team. Beau Webster’s in the squad, (Marsh has made) no runs in this game.” “In theory, you could bat Alex Carey at six, have Beau Webster at seven, that could be an option as well. “(Webster) is a batting all-rounder, but he will bowl more overs, plus he can bowl off-spin and seam. That will be a discussion point depending on what happens in the next two days here, the fitness of Mitchell Starc for example,” Waugh continued. Langer differs Though Marsh isn’t the only weak link in Australia’s batting order, with opener Usman Khawaja also under scrutiny for lack of runs and impact at the top, former coach Justin Langer believes otherwise, saying Pat Cummins and the team management must stick with Marsh for the final Test. Sharing his thoughts in a conversation on Channel 7, Langer said dropping Marsh for the final game, regardless of the result of the ongoing Test, will not send a positive message. Meanwhile, Australia’s tail Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland added 55 runs for the tenth wicket, helping the hosts cross the 330-run lead (333), with their scorecard reading 228 for nine at stumps on day four. (With inputs from agencies)

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Uncapped all-rounder Beau Webster was Thursday added to Australia's squad for next week's second Test against India in Adelaide as cover for Mitchell Marsh. The 30-year-old is on standby after Marsh pulled up sore following their 295-run thrashing by the visitors in the first Test at Perth on Monday. Webster has been in red-hot form for Tasmania in the domestic Sheffield Shield over the past 18 months, with his seam-bowling prowess and explosive batting catching the eye of selectors.

"Webster will join the squad next week having been named the Sheffield Shield player of the year last summer and continuing that form this season," Cricket Australia said.

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While questions remain around Marsh, Australia coach Andrew McDonald has indicated they will likely stick with the same team despite being outsmarted in Perth. Webster and the rest of the squad are set to arrive in Adelaide earlier than anticipated to get in extra training sessions ahead of the day-night Test starting on December 6.

After Adelaide, the series moves to Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.

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Uncapped all-rounder Beau Webster was Thursday added to Australia's squad for next week's second Test against India in Adelaide as cover for Mitchell Marsh. The 30-year-old is on standby after Marsh pulled up sore following their 295-run thrashing by the visitors in the first Test at Perth on Monday.

Uncapped all-rounder Beau Webster was Thursday added to Australia's squad for next week's second Test against India in Adelaide as cover for Mitchell Marsh. The 30-year-old is on standby after Marsh pulled up sore following their 295-run thrashing by the visitors in the first Test at Perth on Monday. Webster has been in red-hot form for Tasmania in the domestic Sheffield Shield over the past 18 months, with his seam-bowling prowess and explosive batting catching the eye of selectors. "Webster will join the squad next week having been named the Sheffield Shield player of the year last summer and continuing that form this season," Cricket Australia said. Also read: BGT 2024-25: How Yashasvi Jaiswal curbed natural instincts in Perth to score his BEST Test ton While questions remain around Marsh, Australia coach Andrew McDonald has indicated they will likely stick with the same team despite being outsmarted in Perth. Webster and the rest of the squad are set to arrive in Adelaide earlier than anticipated to get in extra training sessions ahead of the day-night Test starting on December 6. After Adelaide, the series moves to Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Australia squad for second Test: Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

BGT 2024/25: Australia call-up uncapped all-rounder Beau Webster ahead of 2nd Test vs India

Cricket has seen countless funny stuff on the field, but almost none like a team losing eight wickets for just one run. It happened in Australia’s domestic One-Day Cup game between Western Australia (WA) and Tasmania (TAS) on Friday (Oct 25) at the iconic WACA stadium in Perth. With WA’s scorecard reading 52 for two at one stage, Tasmania sparked an unbelievable comeback to roll them out on 53, with the last seven batters registering ducks.

That one run, however, came off the wide only.

Tasmania chased the mere target of 54 with seven wickets remaining.&nbsp;

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Tasmania seamer Beau Webster picked his career-best figure of six for 17 to dismiss WA on their lowest score in tournament history and second-lowest overall for any team after South Africa’s 51 against Tasmania in 2003.

Meanwhile, Tasmania won the toss and elected to bowl first against a star-studded WA side. After dismissing the openers (Aaron Hardie and D’Arcy Short) under 50, Tasmania had to deal with WA's long batting lineup, consisting of some Australia internationals. That wasn't a problem for the visitors, especially seamer Webster, who tore into their batting lineup to create history. &nbsp;

Cameron Bancroft’s wicket was the beginning of the end for the hosts, who went on to lose their remaining seven batters on zero inside 26 balls. From the skipper Ashton Turner to Hilton Cartwright, let alone the bowlers, the WA batters failed to add runs to the board, with the team collapsing like never before.

For Tasmania, lanky seamer Billy Stanlake returned with three wickets, while Tom Rogers picked one.&nbsp;

<h2>Tasmania chases with seven wickets remaining&nbsp;</h2>

Tasmania opener Mitchell Owen began the onslaught, smashing two sixes and three fours in his 17-ball 29-run-stay at the crease, but lost his wicket just after Caleb Jewell’s dismissal on three. The left-arm pacer Joel Paris picked two wickets, including removing captain Jordan Silk on one.

Veteran keeper-batter Matthew Wade gave the finishing touches, scoring 21 off 13 balls as Tasmania chased 54 inside nine overs.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket has seen countless funny stuff on the field, but almost none like a team losing eight wickets for just one run. It happened in Australia’s domestic One-Day Cup game between Western Australia (WA) and Tasmania (TAS) on Friday (Oct 25) at the iconic WACA stadium in Perth.

Cricket has seen countless funny stuff on the field, but almost none like a team losing eight wickets for just one run. It happened in Australia’s domestic One-Day Cup game between Western Australia (WA) and Tasmania (TAS) on Friday (Oct 25) at the iconic WACA stadium in Perth. With WA’s scorecard reading 52 for two at one stage, Tasmania sparked an unbelievable comeback to roll them out on 53, with the last seven batters registering ducks. That one run, however, came off the wide only. Tasmania chased the mere target of 54 with seven wickets remaining. ALSO READ: ‘We love Davey but he’s retired’ - Pat Cummins shuns David Warner’s comeback proposal for India Tests Tasmania seamer Beau Webster picked his career-best figure of six for 17 to dismiss WA on their lowest score in tournament history and second-lowest overall for any team after South Africa’s 51 against Tasmania in 2003. Meanwhile, Tasmania won the toss and elected to bowl first against a star-studded WA side. After dismissing the openers (Aaron Hardie and D’Arcy Short) under 50, Tasmania had to deal with WA's long batting lineup, consisting of some Australia internationals. That wasn't a problem for the visitors, especially seamer Webster, who tore into their batting lineup to create history. Cameron Bancroft’s wicket was the beginning of the end for the hosts, who went on to lose their remaining seven batters on zero inside 26 balls. From the skipper Ashton Turner to Hilton Cartwright, let alone the bowlers, the WA batters failed to add runs to the board, with the team collapsing like never before. For Tasmania, lanky seamer Billy Stanlake returned with three wickets, while Tom Rogers picked one. Tasmania chases with seven wickets remaining Tasmania opener Mitchell Owen began the onslaught, smashing two sixes and three fours in his 17-ball 29-run-stay at the crease, but lost his wicket just after Caleb Jewell’s dismissal on three. The left-arm pacer Joel Paris picked two wickets, including removing captain Jordan Silk on one. Veteran keeper-batter Matthew Wade gave the finishing touches, scoring 21 off 13 balls as Tasmania chased 54 inside nine overs. (With inputs from agencies)

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