India vs Australia: Scott Boland Returns as Australia’s Name-Playing XI for the 2nd Test
Australia has named Scott Boland to replace injured Josh Hazlewood for the second Test against India in Adelaide, starting Friday. Boland, 35, returns after 18 months and will leverage the pink-ball-friendly conditions. Australia boasts an unbeaten 7-0 record in day-night Tests at Adelaide, including India's infamous 36 all-out in 2020. Mitchell Marsh has been declared fit to bowl.
For the 2nd Test against India, the Australian team has brought in Scott Boland to replace injured pacer Josh Hazlewood, who suffered a side strain. Boland, 35, is set to play his first Test in nearly 18 months. Known for his consistency and ability to extract movement, Boland’s inclusion is expected to leverage Adelaide’s favorable conditions.
Australia boasts an unblemished record at the Adelaide Oval, winning all seven of their pink-ball Tests there, including a memorable victory against India in 2020-21, when the visitors were bowled out for a mere 36. Hazlewood was instrumental in that game, claiming 5/8.
All-rounder Mitchell Marsh, who faced fitness concerns after the Perth Test, has been declared fit to bowl, bolstering Australia’s options. Australia enters this match aiming to level the series after a 295-run loss in the first Test.
Australian Team for 2nd Test:
Nathan McSweeney, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins (captain), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, and Scott Boland.
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