Australia has confirmed that Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett will make their Test debuts in the opening Ashes match, marking a major moment ahead of the high-stakes series.
Selectors finalised the XI after injuries to senior players created space for fresh faces, allowing both debutants to enter one of cricket’s biggest stages.
Weatherald, chosen for his recent strong domestic form, will open the innings as Australia looks to stabilize its top order against England’s early pressure.
Doggett joins the pace attack — a historic selection as he becomes one of the few Indigenous fast bowlers to feature in an Ashes Test for Australia.
Team management says both players have earned their places through consistent performances, and their inclusion adds energy and depth to Australia’s lineup.
Fans and analysts believe the pair could bring unpredictability to the first Test, potentially shifting momentum at a crucial point in the series.
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