Australia Unveils Squad for World Test Championship Final Against South Africa

Australia has officially announced its squad for the upcoming World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's. With key players like Cameron Green returning from injury, the team aims to defend their title and make history by winning multiple WTC finals. The squad includes notable players and a strong reserve, showcasing Australia's cricketing prowess. Fans are eager to see how the team performs against a formidable South African side. Read on for more details about the squad and the upcoming matches.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 13, 2025, 10:50 IST

Australia's Squad Announcement for WTC Final

The defending champions of the World Test Championship (WTC), Australia, have announced their squad to compete against South Africa in the finals scheduled for next month at Lord's, according to a statement from Cricket Australia.

Cameron Green is set to make his return to the Test lineup following back surgery, and spinner Matt Kuhnemann has also been included. The announcement was made on Tuesday, detailing Australia's squad for both the WTC final and the upcoming Caribbean tour.

Brendan Doggett, who was named the Sheffield Shield player of the final, will serve as a travelling reserve for the 15-player squad, which largely mirrors the team that triumphed over Sri Lanka 2-0 and India 3-1 last summer.

Pat Cummins' team aims to become the first to win multiple WTC finals when they face South Africa at Lord's starting June 11. Cummins and Josh Hazlewood have recovered from injuries that sidelined them during the Sri Lanka tour and the Champions Trophy earlier this year, both having returned to play in the Indian Premier League.

Australia Secures Second Consecutive WTC Final

Australia clinched a spot in its second consecutive WTC final by winning four out of six series. They also drew 2-2 with England in the 2023 Ashes and 1-1 with the West Indies during the 2023-24 home summer.

South Africa led the standings with eight victories out of 12 Tests, achieving a points percentage of 69.44, while Australia followed closely with a 67.54 percentage from 13 wins in 19 matches.

"The team concluded the WTC cycle with a remarkable series win in Sri Lanka, following a strong summer where they defeated India for the first time in a decade," said selection chair George Bailey.

"These series highlighted a consistent performance throughout the two-year cycle, presenting us with an exciting opportunity to defend the World Test Championship."

"Reaching the final means a lot to the group, and they are eagerly anticipating the challenge that South Africa will pose at Lord's," Bailey added.

Beau Webster Named in Travelling Reserve

The selectors have maintained the same squad for the three Tests in the Caribbean, with Beau Webster continuing as the preferred allrounder after a strong start to his Test career. Sam Konstas has also returned to the squad after departing Sri Lanka early to complete the domestic season with New South Wales.

Australia's Squad for the WTC Final: Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster. Travelling reserve: Brendan Doggett.