Australia drop Josh Inglis for Boxing Day Test. (Picture Credit: AFP)
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News1825-12-2025, 06:50

Australia Drops Inglis, Goes All-Pace for Boxing Day Test at MCG

  • Australia drops wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis and excludes spinner Todd Murphy for the Boxing Day Test at MCG.
  • The team opts for an all-pace attack, citing a green, furry pitch and weather conducive to seam bowling.
  • Steve Smith returns as captain, confirming four quicks and no spinner in the playing XI.
  • Usman Khawaja moves to No. 5, while Travis Head is cemented as an opener after strong performances.
  • Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, Michael Neser, and Jhye Richardson are the pace options.

Why It Matters: Australia selects an all-pace attack for the Boxing Day Test at MCG, dropping Inglis and returning Smith.

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