'He'd have lit up like a Christmas tree' - McGrath on scans, Bazball & Australia
Summary
The article discusses challenges faced by the Australian cricket team before the first Ashes Test against England. Key issues include injuries to key players and team selection decisions. The article also mentions the age of the Australian team and the different strategies of both teams.Key Facts
- Australia lost two important fast bowlers, Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, to injuries ahead of the Ashes Test.
- Pat Cummins is also the captain of the Australian team.
- Australia has struggled to find a consistent opening batsman since David Warner retired last year.
- Five different players have been tried as openers in the last 18 months.
- The current Australian team will likely have only one player under the age of 30.
- The first Ashes Test will be held at Optus Stadium.
- There is a concern about the impact of routine scans and cautious decision-making on player availability.
- Australia has not lost a home Test without both Cummins and Hazlewood in the lineup for 13 years.
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