Australia Announces Squad for First Ashes Test: Uncapped Jake Weatherald Gets Surprise Call-Up Australia has announced its squad for the first Ashes Test, which includes a major surprise: the selection of uncapped 31-year-old opener Jake Weatherald. Australian Chief Selector George Bailey stated that the new opener, Jake Weatherald, possesses “all the qualities” required for a successful batsman. However, Bailey noted that Weatherald’s debut is not yet confirmed. “No, he’s not confirmed for the playing XI yet,” Bailey said. “Fourteen of our 15 squad members are currently playing in the fourth…
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