Australia Opts for Pace Over Spin in Second Ashes Test Against England

Australia's Strategy Shift for the Ashes

In a strategic move, Australia has decided to exclude veteran spinner Nathan Lyon from their lineup for the upcoming second Ashes Test against England, set to take place in Brisbane on Thursday. The team has made two significant changes from their previous victory in Perth, bringing in Michael Neser to replace Lyon and Josh Inglis stepping in for the injured Usman Khawaja. Australia will bat first after England's Ben Stokes won the toss, as reported by the ICC.

Pace Attack Strengthened with Lyon's Omission

Pat Cummins, who was considered for a return, will not play due to injury. Fast bowler Michael Neser, who has claimed seven wickets in his two Test matches, takes Lyon's place. This marks only the second home Test Lyon has missed since his debut in 2011. Neser will join a pace-heavy lineup that includes Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, and all-rounder Cameron Green.

Inglis Steps in for Khawaja

Usman Khawaja is sidelined due to back spasms sustained during the first Test of the five-match ICC World Test Championship series. The Australian team confirmed on Tuesday that the 39-year-old would not participate in the Brisbane Test. Josh Inglis, who originally hails from England but moved to Australia in his youth, has been recalled to the squad and is set to make his fourth Test appearance in the day-night match at the Gabba.

Australia's Final XI

The Australian lineup for the Test is as follows: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (captain), Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Josh Inglis, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, and Brendan Doggett.