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Key Takeaways
- 1📊 Murphy: 10 SCG wkts @30.2 avg
- 2🏆 Webster eyes replacing Green
- 3💡 Spin tweak post-MCG batting collapse
- 4🔮 Tests bench for WTC campaign
- 5💬 McDonald hails 'nice selection problem'
"Spinner Todd Murphy and all-rounder Beau Webster are in contention to play the final Ashes Test according to Australia coach Andrew McDonald."
Australia coach Andrew McDonald hints at XI tweaks for the SCG Ashes finale, with Todd Murphy and Beau Webster vying amid 3-1 lead. Post-Melbourne's four-wicket loss, fresh blood aims to polish their unassailable series edge.
Murphy impressed with 10 wickets @30.2 in two SCG Tests; Webster's all-round 2024-25 Sheffield Shield form (456 runs, 15 wkts) tempts. Green's spot at risk after lean returns, as Australia seeks spin on spin-friendly SCG.
Selection Dilemmas in Dead Rubber
McDonald eyes Murphy's 2023 SCG 7/123 vs India, contrasting Lyon's workload. Webster offers batting depth (avg 45.6), like Maxwell's 2016 utility. Post-MCG slump (148 all out), spin could exploit SCG cracks.
Atoning Melbourne Heartbreak
Changes preserve momentum for WTC final path, testing bench strength. England's injuries open doors for dominance.
Finale Fringe Benefits
SCG outcome trials 2026 strategies; Murphy-Webster breakthroughs could lock roles.
"It’s a nice problem to have." - Andrew McDonald on selections
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