During the buildup to the BGT series, India A and Australia A played two unofficial Tests, allowing both sides to look at probable in case of an unwanted situation.

Australian opening batter Marcus Harris didn't move in what can be called one of the most controversial umpiring calls from the India A tour of Australia.

David Warner might have endorsed Marcus Harris as his successor for opening slot in Tests, but Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said they are considering a lot more options and Cameron Green is also in contention.

David Warner has picked Marcus Harris as his replacement at the top of the order after he quits the longest format of the sport.

Cricket Australia selection chair George Bailey has hinted that Marcus Harris is first in line to be David Warner's successor and become Australia's next Test opener.

Opening batsman Marcus Harris was Tuesday recalled to Australia's Test squad for two clashes against the West Indies, while Travis Head retained his place despite poor recent form

Sri Lanka vs Australia: Pat Cummins will not play in the T20 fixtures against Sri Lanka while Australia dropped Ashes opener Marcus Harris from the Test squad.

Wicketkeeper Matthew Wade and out-of-favour opener Marcus Harris were among those axed on Thursday from Cricket Australia's list of nationally contracted players, but Josh Inglis was a winner.

Australia Test skipper Pat Cummins on Thursday confirmed Travis Head would come into the playing XI for Hobart Test.

Australia coach Justin Langer Thursday said struggling opener Marcus Harris will play in the Boxing Day Ashes Test at Melbourne, and backed fast bowler Mitchell Starc to recover from a rib niggle.