Mitchell Marsh to open alongside Travis Head for Australia in T20 World Cup

Australia dominated their Caribbean tour, staying unbeaten throughout and inflicting a 5-0 clean sweep on the West Indies. On the other hand, South Africa recently suffered a defeat to New Zealand in the T20I series, but the Proteas won't think about that much on this tour, as they were without some big names Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada.

Meanwhile, the Aussies will also have Josh Hazlewood back in the Aussie colours after a short break. He will lead the bowling attack alongside Nathan Ellis, whileSean Abbott and spinner Adam Zampa will play the supporting cast. Senior duo Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are not part of the squad.

Australia will play the opening two matches at Darwin’s Marrara Cricket Ground, marking their first appearance at the venue in 17 years. Traditionally, a haven for fast bowlers, the conditions could still bring spinners into play with the added influence of humidity and evening dew.