Australia recalls Khawaja, Boland keeps the fourth ashes test

Captain Pat Cummins said on Tuesday that Usman Khawaja will replace Travis Hyde in Australia’s middle order in the fourth Ash Test to England this week. Travis Head), this is the only change that ended the series in Melbourne last week.

After Hyde was ruled out by a positive test for COVID-19, Khawaja is expected to return to the first test since 2019, but the keeping pace bowler Scott Bowland is surprising.

Boland was considered a Melbourne expert when he made his debut in the third test, but the 32-year-old seized the opportunity with both hands.

He made six of seven shots in the second inning to help Australia win a blockbuster game and 14 points, and gave him a chance to keep his place and support Josh Hadswood, who was in the first test. Middle still suffers from a side strain.

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“It’s no secret. If Josh Hadswood is free, he will play. He has been our outstanding bowler for a long time,” Cummins told reporters at the Sydney Cricket Ground where the game started on Wednesday. .

“After last week’s hard work, it’s a shame to see Scotty not participating in the game this week. It’s unfortunate for Josh, but I’m really happy (Scott) has another breakthrough here.”

Cummins stated that Hadswood may be suitable for the fifth test to be held in Hobart from January 14th to 18th.

Local media have hinted that leg spinner Mitchell Sweepson might get his first test cap in a double slow bowling offense with Nathan Lyon.

However, Cummins stated that he does not think the SCG wicket will deteriorate enough to make it a viable strategy.

He added: “I don’t think I have decided on two spinners anywhere in Australia in the past two years.”

“He is a first-rate bowler and we are eager for him to join the team one day. We think he will make his debut at some stage, most likely overseas.”

After winning Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne, Australia leads the series 3-0.