Australia’s selectors name a 16-man squad for the opening Test tour of South Africa since the 2018 “Sandpapergate” series. Marnus Labuschagne is included, avoiding omission, while Scott Connolly is selected for the South Africa Test series.
The reports broadly agree on the size of the squad and the post–Sandpapergate context, framing the tour as Australia’s first visit in that period. While each outlet presents the same core selection information, they differ slightly in emphasis: some lead with Labuschagne’s retention, and others highlight Connolly’s inclusion. Together, the coverage indicates the selection panel has opted to keep Labuschagne in the touring group and bring Connolly into the Test squad for the series in South Africa.
