India vs Australia 2017: Glenn Maxwell Recalled, Mitchell Swepson Earns Maiden Call-Up For India Tests

Feb 20, 2019 at 11:43 AM

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India vs Australia 2017: Glenn Maxwell Recalled, Mitchell Swepson Earns Maiden Call-Up For India Tests

Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has made a comeback to the Test squad for the four-match series against India, starting February 23. Along with him, Mitchell Swepson, Brisbane Heat leg-break bowler, has also earned a maiden call-up.

Maxwell forced his way in the squad due to his all-round abilities. His IPL experience also played a major role in it. On the other hand, Swepson impressed none other than Shane Warne, which automatically adds weight to his selection. Nathan Lyon, Steve O’Keefe and Ashton Agar are the three other spinners in the team, “We know Glenn plays very well against spin and has a lot of experience playing in India. We think his ability with the bat, coupled with his handy off-spin will complement the bowling unit if required,” Trevor Hohns, Australia’s Interim National Selector said.

“Mitchell is an exciting young leg-spinner that has come through the pathway system. We feel he has a lot of potential and want to see him take his opportunity in conditions that should suit him should he get a chance.

“Ashton is a good left-arm orthodox spinner who can be very exciting with the bat and also fields extremely well. He provides us with a great all-round package,” Hohns added.

Hilton Cartwright has been dropped from the squad while Mitchell Marsh has been recalled.

Cartwright made his Test debut against Pakistan during the final Test of the series in Sydney. Usman Khawaja, despite being criticised by many players for his shortcomings against spin, has retained his place. Matt Renshaw, who scored a century in the Sydney Test against Pakistan, has been chosen as the opener with David Warner. Matthew Wade is the only wicket-keeper in the team.

The first of Test of the series will be played from February 23 at Pune before the teams head to Bengaluru for the second Test of the series. The third and fourth Test will be played at Ranchi and Dharamsala from March 16 and March 25 respectively. The Dharamsala Test will also mark the end of a long home season for the Indian cricket team.

Australian Test squad: David Warner, Matt Renshaw, Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith (c), Peter Handscomb, Steve O’Keefe, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon, Shaun Marsh, Jackson Bird, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Swepson, Ashton Agar, Mitchell Marsh, Matt Wade, Mitchell Starc.
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