Canberra: Australia have selected a 14-player squad for the two-match Test series against New Zealand starting on February 29, which also includes Michael Neser.
The reigning ICC World Test Championship winners will tour New Zealand with the team that played in recent home series against Pakistan and West Indies, with the only change being Nesser. Neser has got the chance to replace Lance Morris who was injured in the ODI series against West Indies.
Also one reason is that the selectors are expecting seam-friendly pitches in Wellington and Christchurch. Chairman of selectors George Bailey said, “Michael Neser has returned to the team. It’s great to see Michael Neser get another chance in the team after his consistent performances over a long period of time and in our circumstances”.
Fast bowler Pat Cummins will once again lead the team during the series. He will lead a strong bowling line-up that includes Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon, while the experienced Usman Khawaja is expected to continue in his new role as an opening batsman alongside vice-captain Steve Smith. Is.
Australia team: Pat Cummins (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Michael Neser, Matthew Ranshaw, Steve Smith (vice-captain ) and Mitchell Starc.
Schedule:
First Test: 29 February/ 4 March, Wellington
Second Test: 8 March / Christchurch