Several veterans underperformed in the big match, and with the next WTC final two years away, their place in the side is under scrutiny. Usman Khawaja – Age and Form a Worry Khawaja failed to deliver in both innings of the final.

Sam Konstas appears poised to be called into the Australian XI for the West Indies, and Josh Inglis is also pushing hard for a Test return following the poor loss in the WTC Final at Lord’s.

Josh Hazlewood rejoined the resumed Indian Premier League 2025, while some Australian players did not return. Former Australia speedster Mitchell Johnson has criticised Hazlewood for 'prioritising IPL over national team.

Australia took the upper hand in the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord’s, ending day two on 144-8 in their second innings with a lead of 218 runs after wickets tumbled freely again on Thursday.

Australia batter Steve Smith will take no further part in the World Test Championship final in London after suffering a compound dislocation of his right pinkie.

Australia batter Steve Smith goes to hospital after dislocating his little finger on day three of the World Test Championship final against South Africa.