Overview
- Uncapped Jake Weatherald earns selection as an opening option, with Sam Konstas and Matt Renshaw omitted after a tight call.
- Marnus Labuschagne is recalled on prolific domestic form, with his batting slot to be determined closer to the match.
- Steve Smith captains with Pat Cummins unavailable due to a back injury; Cummins will travel and is targeting a Brisbane return.
- Green’s ability to bowl in the upcoming Shield fixture will shape whether a specialist opener plays and whether Beau Webster retains his place.
- The 15 includes Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland and Nathan Lyon, with Brendan Doggett and Sean Abbott as reserve quicks and Josh Inglis as wicketkeeping cover.