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Cricket Australia (CA) has set the stage for a memorable closure to the Pakistan series as they unveiled a formidable 13-man squad for the third and final Test against the visitors. It is worth mentioning that Australia are eager to make a clean sweep with the series already secured after consecutive victories in the opening two matches.
In a surprising move, the selection committee has decided to stick with the same squad that emerged victorious in Melbourne, ensuring continuity and stability in their quest for dominance.
Cricket Australia announces unchanged squad for Sydney showdown
The official declaration for the retention of the winning combination from the Melbourne Test came from National Selection Panel (NSP), led by chief selector George Bailey.
Notably, the Melbourne Test witnessed a closely contested battle, with Aussie skipper Pat Cummins emerging as the hero with a sensational 10-wicket haul. His extraordinary performance, including fifers in both innings, earned him the well-deserved Player of the Match Award in the Boxing Day Test.
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As Cricket Australia has now retained the same squad from the Melbourne Test for the Sydney challenge, the decision reflects the confidence in the current lineup’s abilities and the desire to maintain a winning momentum by whitewashing Pakistan.
“The NSP have retained the same squad from Melbourne to Sydney as we look to clean sweep the Test series,” stated Bailey as he shed light on the decision.
David Warner’s final hurrah: George Bailey’s confirmation
One of the most significant announcements alongside the squad reveal is Bailey’s confirmation of David Warner‘s farewell Test in Sydney. The explosive left-handed opener will walk down the pitch in the green baggy for the last time, marking the end of an illustrious Test career. Bailey expressed the team’s anticipation for celebrating Warner’s final Test at his home ground, acknowledging the incredible contribution he has made to Australian cricket.
“We look forward to celebrating David Warner’s final Test match and his incredible career at his home ground,” revealed Bailey.
An integral part of Australia’s Test cricket history, Warner has been a prolific run-scorer and a charismatic presence on the field. As he prepares for his final appearance in the whites, all eyes will be on the dynamic opener to see if he can add another memorable chapter to his illustrious career.
Australia squad for Sydney Test:
Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, David Warner
