Australia has confirmed that fast bowler Scott Boland will replace Josh Hazlewood for the second Test against India, beginning Friday in Adelaide. This marks Boland’s return to the Test team after an 18-month hiatus. The move comes as Australia looks to level the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series after losing the first Test in Perth.

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• Scott Boland replaces Josh Hazlewood in Australia’s squad for the second Test in Adelaide.
• Boland’s last Test appearance was in the 2023 Ashes, and his most recent match was the ICC World Test Championship Final.
• Captain Pat Cummins confirmed Boland’s inclusion, alongside Mitch Marsh who is fit to bowl despite earlier back issues.
• Boland’s inclusion is the only change in the Australian XI for the match, with no alterations to the batting lineup.
• The second Test is part of the 2023-2025 World Test Championship cycle.
• Australia aims to bounce back from their defeat in the first Test and level the series.
• The squad also includes Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, and Mitchell Starc.
• India’s XI for the match has not yet been announced.
• The match will feature a day-night format, with a pink ball in play.
• Both teams are vying for crucial points in the World Test Championship standings.