Australia name playing XI for WTC 2025 final: Cameron Green returns, no place for Sam Konstas

Australia named their XI for the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa. Speaking to the press on the eve of the big-ticket clash at Lord’s, London, captain Pat Cummins confirmed a XI that has a makeshift opener and two medium pace all-rounders. Marnus Labuschagne will open the batting for the first time in […]

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WTC final: Steve Smith fitness boost and form key as Australia face South Africa at Lord’s

Australia’s star batter Steve Smith is eager to take on South Africa’s pace attack in the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord’s. Smith, 36, arrives for the World Test Championship final against South Africa sounding relaxed, refreshed, and – crucially – ready. It’s a version of Smith that hasn’t been seen in some time. […]

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