Several stars Nathan Eliis, Xavier Bartlett and Spencer Johnson have been included in the Australia squad for Pakistan T20Is at home. Having recovered from their injuries, they are set to make a return to action.
Meanwhile, the test regulars have not been considered for the Pakistan series. If any members of the T20 squad are selected for the first test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Perth will be joining the rest of the group following the final T20 match at Hobart.
Interestingly, a captain hasn’t been named so far to lead the side in the three-match series in the absence of Mitchell Marsh.
Australia are seeking a new T20 skipper as squad for three-game Pakistan series revealed #AUSvPAK https://t.co/urbvXT78QD
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) October 28, 2024
“This group of players have all represented Australia in T20 cricket, so we look forward to them continuing to enhance their international experience throughout this series. We are excited by the mix of experience combined with those closer to the start of their international journeys,” said chair of selectors George Bailey.
“It is particularly encouraging to have Xavier, Spencer and Nathan back in the national setup. It’s another opportunity for them to continue to show their ability on the international stage, as they have done in the past.”
Recently, CA has announced Pat Cummins-led Australia squad for the ODI series which is set next month.
Meanwhile, PCB has named Pakistan white ball squads for the upcoming Australia. The Australia tour will be extended between November 4 and 18 while the Zimbabwe tour will be played between November 24 and December 05.
Australia Squad for Pakistan T20Is: Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa
