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Beardman, Edwards Earn Australia T20 Call-Up vs Pakistan
20 Jan
Summary
- Uncapped players Mahli Beardman and Jack Edwards are in Australia's T20 squad.
- Ten T20 World Cup squad members are rested or returning from injury.
- Australia will face Pakistan in three T20Is in Lahore from January 29.
Australia has announced a 17-man squad for the T20I tour of Pakistan, featuring uncapped players Mahli Beardman and Jack Edwards. This selection sees only 10 members from the T20 World Cup squad involved, as others are being managed for workloads or are recovering from injuries.
Key players like Nathan Ellis and Travis Head will join the squad in Sri Lanka as they return. The series against Pakistan will feature three T20Is held at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, with matches scheduled for January 29, January 31, and February 1. Players participating in the Big Bash League finals will join the national team after their domestic commitments conclude.
Chair of Selectors George Bailey highlighted the series as a crucial opportunity for players on the verge of selection and promising young talent to gain experience. He specifically mentioned Mahli Beardman and Jack Edwards, noting their previous involvement with national teams. Australia's opening match of the T20 World Cup is slated for February 11 against Ireland.
