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Cameron Green Returns For Australia, WI Name Three Debutants For The Test Opener
Marsh Sheffield Shield: Australia and West Indies have announced their playing XI for the Test series opener in Adelaide. Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, confirmed that Cameron Green would make a return, and Steve Smith, in pursuit of a new chapter in his career, will open the batting.
The shift in Smith's role came after he advocated for the opportunity to open, leaving the No.4 spot for the returning Cameron Green, who had previously occupied the No.6 position. Green admitted feeling "a touch rushed" at No.6 and is now set to reclaim the No.4 position, where he excelled in the Marsh Sheffield Shield for Western Australia.
The strategic move not only addresses the void left by Warner's retirement but also enhances Australia's batting order. With both Green and Mitch Marsh in the squad, Cummins finds himself with surplus bowling options, providing a well-balanced team for the Test series.
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