Australia have left out spinner Todd Murphy and will hit England with an all-pace attack on Boxing Day at the MCG.
Jhye Richardson is back in the team for his first Test match since 2021, alongside the returning Brendan Doggett and Michael Neser.
Australia welcomes speedster Jhye Richardson back to their squad.Credit: Getty Images
Josh Inglis has missed out on the team with Usman Khawaja keeping his spot, while a final call will be made over whether the hosts will choose both all-rounders Cameron Green and Beau Webster.
Australia 12: Steve Smith (capt), Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja, Cameron Green, Alex Carey, Beau Webster, Mitchell Starc, Michael Neser, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett.
