Australia has named its squad for the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, headlined by debutant Nathan McSweeney, who has come one step closer to earning a baggy green.
McSweeney has been awarded a spot in the squad ahead of Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft and Sam Konstas after impressing in back-to-back matches for Australia A against India A.
The selectors have also decided against choosing multiple back-up bowlers and have instead named Josh Inglis a spare batter and reserve specialist wicketkeeper.
"Nathan has displayed the attributes we believe will equip him well for Test cricket along with a strong recent record in domestic cricket," Chairman of Selectors George Bailey said.
"His performances for South Australia and Australia A weighed in his favour and supports our view he is ready for the opportunity at Test level.
"Similarly, Josh has been in great touch in the Sheffield Shield competition and deserves his place in his first Test squad."
The squad will assemble in November 17 in Perth, five days before the opening Test match against India.
Australia squad for First Test
Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc
