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It is hard to argue against Lyon's inclusion. But I do think SA is the one place you'd give 4 quicks a try- similar pitches to Australia but I think the Aussie ones offer more for spinners (which isn't a whole lot these days, thanks to the SCG going green and Adelaide's drop in revolution)...
On Hughes- one can't deny his Sheild form has been impressive, but what is this, his 4th time being brought back into the Test side? I want to see him nail it as much as anyone but I think it just isn't going to happen.
If Pattinson is fit, it would be awesome to see the Aussies play 4 pacemen...
Here's the only prediction anyone needs- mine.
Michael Clarke returns for the final game of the Champions Trophy for Australia, only to severley inflame his back injury and be ruled out of the upcoming Ashes Series.
In disarray, the selectors turn to an in form Ricky Ponting to lead an...