Australia has announced its playing XI for the highly anticipated fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
The hosts made a bold call, dropping seasoned all-rounder Mitchell Marsh after a lackluster series, while handing Tasmania’s Beau Webster his maiden Test cap.
Beau Webster’s inclusion marks a significant moment in his career, making him Australia’s 469th men’s Test cricketer. The 31-year-old has been a standout performer in domestic cricket, dominating the Sheffield Shield over the past two seasons.
Last summer, Webster etched his name in history with an extraordinary all-round performance, scoring 938 runs at an average of 58.62 and claiming 30 wickets. His feats matched only by legends like Sir Garfield Sobers highlight his readiness for the international stage.
Webster’s versatility with both bat and ball offers Australia a strategic edge.
Australia’s playing XI:
Sam Konstas
Usman Khawaja
Marnus Labuschagne
Steven Smith
Travis Head
Beau Webster
Alex Carey (wk)
Pat Cummins (c)
Mitchell Starc
Nathan Lyon
Scott Boland
