Overview
- Andrew McDonald has confirmed that Cameron Green will be selected as a specialist batter and could occupy any position in Australia’s top six.
- Steven Smith will remain at No.4 while Travis Head is expected to drop to No.5 following Green’s inclusion.
- Usman Khawaja will need a new partner at the top of the order as the opening slot is shuffled.
- Selectors are debating whether to field a fifth bowler, a choice that would influence the final batting lineup.
- Marnus Labuschagne, Sam Konstas, Josh Inglis and Beau Webster are all vying for spots as team roles adjust around Green.