The Rival All Rounders Who Could Turn Allies for Ageing Australian Attack Australia's Test team faces a daunting schedule over the next year, with 21 matches in just over a year taking its toll on an ageing bowling attack.
The upcoming series against Bangladesh offers selectors a critical opportunity to find suitable cover for Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, who are no longer getting any younger.
At the seam end, Scott Boland and Pat Cummins may still have some mileage left, but they require support from reliable all rounders.