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The phase for pre-Ashes banter and squad guesses is practically finished after the Australian team unveiled a 15-man team to take on England in the Perth Test. This extended group for the series opener points to the need for cool minds during the fiery battle, with the newcomer included for the first time instead of fiery opener Sam Konstas.

But with Marnus Labuschagne hitting stride and the remaining uncapped members being two fast bowling reserves, there is a known quality to the selection even without unavailable skipper Pat Cummins. Following is the way each member (listed in alphabetical order) will tackle the aggressive style, with a star rating reflecting their likely impact on the campaign starting on 21 November.

First. Sean Abbott

The veteran seamer is once again selected as a reserve after being a frequent presence in the white-ball sides in recent years. As Cummins's return still uncertain, and the remaining front-line attackers confronting a gruelling fixture list, the veteran will want to continue his strong performances to remain in contention for a Test debut. ★☆☆☆☆

2. Scott Boland

A key fast bowler in Australia has emerged as a object for England for his unflattering performances during the 2023 Ashes as well as for his calm personality away from the pitch. But the 36-year-old has secured a significant haul at an average of an impressive figure – including a hat-trick in his most recent Test against West Indies – and has proving to be a force at international cricket and ought to welcome the uncommon opportunity to begin a series in the opener. ★★★☆☆

3. Alex Carey

The preferred wicketkeeper is returning in the intense atmosphere of an battle looking to stand out with the bat and his keeping, as well as for his role in a memorable moment when stumping the English batsman at Lord's in 2023. The veteran is currently a considerably more assured batter whether required to lift the run-rate or support the lower-order with a match-turning innings. ★★★★☆

4. Brendan Doggett

The state seamer has been on the fringes of the Australian side during recent matches and is returning after taking a solid haul – featuring eleven in the final – at an average of a respectable figure in the previous domestic competition. An first appearance is currently possible while Cummins is sidelined and the front-line quicks get ready for a intense five-match series in a short period. ★☆☆☆☆

5. Cameron Green

The acclaimed all-rounder had been targeted for the national side from an early stage in his journey even amid injury concerns, and the moment has arrived for him to deliver a major contribution to a crucial contest. The youngster was the best of the top-order players while batting at No 3 in difficult conditions in the West Indies but could be selected lower down to ensure he can additionally assist the bowling unit. If he can feasibly be picked as a genuine all-rounder in Perth, or may have to be relied upon to bowl bulk overs later in the campaign, might be decided in the domestic round this week. ★★★☆☆

Sixth. Josh Hazlewood

The accurate seamer is at the peak of his powers after carrying the limited-overs attack and preparing for the Ashes series during matches against India. The 34-year-old’s consistent discipline, and hint of movement whether off the seam or swing, is certain to challenge the England's front foot method to scoring, with the persistent concern whether he can play four or maybe even all five Tests. ★★★★☆

Seventh. Travis Head

The aggressive batsman is vital to the team's hopes of taking the game up to England with his attacking approach and tendency to hit big scores as the pressure increase. A couple of hundreds against the Indian team last summer, and the similar the last time the English toured for five Tests demonstrate his skills, while the 31-year-old has a ability of taking a breakthrough wicket with his occasional but underestimated spin bowling. ★★★★★

Eighth. Josh Inglis

The back-up wicketkeeper in the squad showed that he must additionally be viewed as a pure batter when scoring a hundred at more than a quick rate on his first appearance in the subcontinent. The 30-year-old is most comfortable batting in the middle-order though he has shown while leading the team in limited-overs matches that he has the versatility to come in earlier, which might suit a regular position as the replacement. ★★☆☆☆

Ninth. Usman Khawaja

The veteran stays even amid calls for a new blood at the opening position following strengthening his hold on the opening spot with a double ton in the subcontinent recently. Yet after being one of many batsmen unable to deal with the Indian the paceman previously, the 38-year-old needs a positive beginning against the English pace attack in what might be his farewell Test series to ensure he can make the call himself on when to hang up the cap. ★★☆☆☆

Tenth. Marnus Labuschagne

The former No 1-ranked Test batter has put a poor form and the indignity of being omitted in the past to force his way again into the national team – and surely the playing eleven to play in the first Test. His blistering performance with five centuries in his recent knocks could give the team management the confidence to support him to bat first if needed alongside the opener, although the 31-year-old is probably to worry the opposition when batting at his favored number three. ★★★★☆

Eleventh. Nathan Lyon

The spinner became as famous for his absence as his wicket-taking efforts after a muscle problem in the second match helped change the contest when the team toured England in the last series. The veteran failed to deliver the domestic series he would have wanted against the Indian team with just nine wickets previously but recovered to be critical to the team's series sweeps in Sri Lanka and the West Indies. ★★★☆☆

Twelfth. Steve Smith (captain)

The Australia batting great will take over to captain the team until C