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Australia Call in Two Bolters for Tests with Star Hurt
Nic Maddinson returns to Test contention after overcoming testicular cancer, while Josh Inglis is ruled out with a fractured finger and Cameron Green is uncertain.
- Australia added Nic Maddinson and Sam Harper to its squad for the upcoming three-Test series against South Africa, announced Thursday ahead of the October 9 opener in Durban.
- Josh Inglis is ruled out of the first Test due to a finger fracture, while all-rounder Cameron Green remains uncertain after sustaining an abdominal strain during Wednesday's final ODI.
- Chief selector George Bailey said, 'Sam give us wicketkeeping cover as Josh continues his recovery while Nic provides flexibility throughout the batting order.' Maddinson returns after nearly 10 years, having recently struck 126 for NSW.
- Opener Matt Renshaw has been cleared of a wrist injury, providing a boost for Australia's lineup. The team will play an intra-squad warm-up match in Potchefstroom this weekend before traveling to Durban on Monday.
- The three-match series is part of the ICC World Test Championship, beginning October 9 in Durban. Subsequent Tests are scheduled for Gqeberha on October 18 and Johannesburg on October 27.
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The Independent (US)Australia recall Maddinson after recovery from testicular cancer
Maddison was diagnosed with testicular cancer in April 2025 but made a comeback late that year
·London, United Kingdom
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Australia Add Sam Harper, Nic Maddinson To Squad As Josh Inglis Ruled Out Of 1st Test Against South Africa
Josh Inglis was ruled out with a fractured right index finger, Inglis suffered the injury ahead of the three-match series and will miss the first Test against South Africa.
·New Delhi, India
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Harper, Maddison Added as Australia Make Changes Ahead of First SA Test
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Inglis sustained the injury ahead of the series, with his availability for the second Test in Gqeberha to be assessed as his recovery progresses, as per ICC. Sports News | Harper, Maddison Added as Australia Make Changes Ahead of First SA Test.
·Mumbai, India
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