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Scott Boland preferred over Lyon in Australia's Test call
Original: scott boland
Scott Boland has won the selection battle over Nathan Lyon as Australia opted to bowl first after winning the toss in the Test against South Africa in Gqeberha. Reports highlighted a green wicket that prompted the change, with commentators noting the recurring debate over whether to fit both bowlers into the side. Australian and Indian audiences are following the team news closely.
Why now: Australia's surprise decision to drop Nathan Lyon for Boland on a seaming pitch in the live Test against South Africa.
Scott BolandNathan LyonAustraliaSouth AfricaGqeberha
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Evidence
- Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Boland wins selection battle over Lyon as Australia win the toss and bowl in Gqeberha · SMH.com.au
- Lyon out as Australia bowl first on green wicket · The Canberra Times
- Worrying sight before toss as conditions tipped to force Aussie change — Test LIVE · Fox Sports
- Another Test, another Boland debate for Australia · Cricbuzz
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