Lance Morris Recalled For The First Test Against Pakistan, As Australia Name Full-Strength Squad

In an interview with the media, George Bailey expressed his opinion that Pat Cummins had led Australia brilliantly in the long run and that Lance Morris had been recalled to the team after recovering from injury. Stated. He added that players who participated in domestic cricket due to back injuries will have a chance to play in the Prime Minister’s eleven against Pakistan.

“This group, led by Pat Cummins, has built a strong resume over an extended period. We believe they have earnt the opportunity to start in our first home Test match at the beginning of the new World Test Championship cycle.” 

“Thirteen members of the squad were part of the victorious World Test Championship and successful Ashes tours over the winter and Lance Morris has been recalled after recovering from his back injury over the same period.

“As ever, there will be opportunities in the short to medium term to break into this squad and we look forward to seeing the continued strong performances from players who have been performing domestically, many of whom will get a tremendous opportunity in the PM’s XI fixture against Pakistan later this week,” Chairman of Selectors George Bailey said.

Aside from veteran Australian batsman Nathan Ryan, who replaced Todd Murphy as he recovered from a calf injury, there are no other players in the squad that included 10 players in the starting XI for the recent Ashes series. Nothing surprising.

After losing his spot as Australia’s wicketkeeper in a one-day international during the victorious 2023 World Cup, Alex Carey retained his position in a multi-day match. Similarly,Cameron Green, who later replaced Mitchell Marsh in Australia’s World Cup squad, is also included in the squad for the opening Test.