Australia captain Pat Cummins has confirmed that Beau Webster will make his Test debut in the fifth and final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India, starting Friday at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Webster replaces out-of-form allrounder Mitch Marsh, who has struggled to make an impact with both bat and ball throughout the series. Australia lead the series 2-1 and will look to seal the contest in Sydney with a fresh combination.
Cummins, speaking ahead of the match, expressed confidence in Webster’s ability to contribute to the team’s performance. Webster, known for his all-around capabilities, adds a new dynamic to Australia’s lineup.
Marsh’s omission comes after a string of below-par performances in the series, making way for Webster to step in and showcase his skills on the grand stage. The SCG Test presents a golden opportunity for Webster to cement his place in the national side.
Australia will look to their revamped lineup to deliver a strong performance and wrap up the series against a competitive Indian team.
Australia XI for Sydney Test
- Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster,
Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins, Mitch Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland
