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The phase for pre-Ashes exchanges and squad predictions is nearly over following Australia unveiled a 15-member lineup to face the English side in the first Test. This extended group for the first match suggests the requirement for calm heads during the heated contest, with the newcomer named for the debut instead of fiery opener Sam Konstas.

But with the batsman returning to form and the remaining new members being a pair of fast bowling replacements, there is a known quality to the squad despite the absence of injured captain Pat Cummins. Following is the way every member (presented in A-Z sequence) will face the aggressive style, with a rating out of five indicating their likely influence on the campaign starting on 21 November.

First. Sean Abbott

The seasoned fast bowler is again trusted as a substitute after being a frequent member in the limited-overs teams in recent years. With the captain's comeback still unknown, and the remaining main attackers facing a tough fixture list, the veteran will aim to maintain his good form to stay in contention for a maiden appearance. ★☆☆☆☆

Second. Scott Boland

Among the top pace bowler in the team has turned into a focus for England for his modest returns during the 2023 Ashes as well as for his calm demeanor off the field. However the 36-year-old has not taken 62 wickets at an bowling average of an impressive figure – featuring a three in three in his most recent Test against West Indies – and has proving to be a threat at international cricket and ought to seize the rare chance to start a series in the first match. ★★★☆☆

3. Alex Carey

The main wicketkeeper is back in the simmering atmosphere of an battle aiming to make his mark with the bat and his keeping, as much as for his role in a memorable incident when stumping the English batsman at Lord's in 2023. The veteran is currently a much more confident batter if required to lift the run-rate or support the tail with a match-turning innings. ★★★★☆

Fourth. Brendan Doggett

The state fast bowler has been on the fringes of the Australian side during recent matches and is back after claiming a solid haul – including eleven in the final – at an bowling average of 24.15 in the previous domestic competition. An international debut is currently within reach while the captain is sidelined and the key fast bowlers prepare for a intense five-match series in a short period. ★☆☆☆☆

5. Cameron Green

The highly-touted player had been identified for the Test team from early in his career despite fitness issues, and the moment has come for him to make a significant contribution to a high-stakes contest. The youngster was the standout of the batting batters while coming in at first drop in difficult conditions in the West Indies but could be selected in the order to ensure he can additionally assist the bowling unit. Whether he can realistically be picked as a genuine all-rounder in Perth, or might have to be trusted to deliver more spells during the series, could be decided in the domestic round soon. ★★★☆☆

Sixth. Josh Hazlewood

The metronomic seamer is at the peak of his powers following carrying the limited-overs attack and fine-tuning for the Ashes series during matches against India. The veteran’s consistent discipline, and touch of swing whether it be seam movement or in the air, is certain to Test the tourists’ front foot approach to scoring, with the enduring question if Hazlewood can play four or perhaps even all five Tests. ★★★★☆

7. Travis Head

The explosive batter is crucial to Australia’s chances of seizing the initiative up to the opposition with his attacking approach and habit to hit massive runs as the stakes rise. A pair of hundreds against the Indian team recently, and the same the last time England toured for five Tests highlight his skills, while the player has a knack of finding a key dismissal with his part-time but underestimated spin bowling. ★★★★★

Eighth. Josh Inglis

The second keeper in the team showed that he should additionally be considered as a pure batter when pummelling a hundred at more than a quick rate on his first appearance in Sri Lanka. The 30-year-old is most comfortable playing in the middle-order although he has demonstrated while leading the team in white-ball matches that he has the flexibility to come in earlier, which might suit a regular role as the concussion substitute. ★★☆☆☆

Ninth. Usman Khawaja

The veteran remains even amid calls for a transition at the top of the order after tightening his grip on the first wicket with a double ton in Sri Lanka earlier this year. Yet after being one of many batsmen unable to deal with the Indian Jasprit Bumrah previously, the veteran needs a positive beginning against the English fast-bowling attack in what could be his final campaign to ensure he can decide personally on when to hang up the cap. ★★☆☆☆

Tenth. Marnus Labuschagne

The former No 1-ranked batsman has put a dismal form and the indignity of being dropped behind him to earn his place back into the national team – and surely the playing eleven to play in Perth. Labuschagne exceptional form with five centuries in his recent innings could provide the selectors the confidence to back him to bat first if needed alongside the opener, although the 31-year-old is more likely to worry England when batting at his favored first-drop. ★★★★☆

Eleventh. Nathan Lyon

The spinner became as famous for his missing presence as his dismissal performances following a calf injury in the second Ashes Test contributed to change the contest when the team toured England in 2023. The veteran did not have the home campaign he would have wanted against the Indian team with just a modest haul previously but bounced back to be vital to the team's clean sweeps in the subcontinent and the Caribbean. ★★★☆☆

12. Steve Smith (captain)

The Australia batting great will step in to captain the side till C