Australia names its squad for the first Ashes Test in Perth
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Shock Ashes call-up! Uncapped Jake Weatherald named in Australia’s squad as Steve Smith takes charge
Australia has named uncapped opener Jake Weatherald in their Ashes squad, with Steve Smith to captain in Pat Cummins' absence. Brendan Doggett and Sean Abbott are also included as backup fast bowlers.
Marnus Labuschagne is back in Australia's squad to start the Ashes series, with selectors including the veteran batter Wednesday in a 15-man group for the first cricket test against England. Labuschagne missed Australia's three-test series win over the West Indies in the Caribbean in July after a lean run of form but has regained confidence with some impressive innings in first-class cricket.