Overview
- Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the opener, with Pat Cummins not bowling on Wednesday and edging toward a Brisbane return.
- Starc said he expects to take on extra responsibility as the senior paceman in a reshaped pace group.
- Doggett’s recent red-ball surge, including six and five-wicket hauls, underpins his elevation as the favoured option.
- Michael Neser has been added to the squad as cover, with Scott Boland in the frame alongside Starc.
- If selected, Doggett would become the third Aboriginal player to represent Australia in Test cricket.