Jake Weatherald is a step closer to a potential Test debut in The Ashes opener in Perth, but Mitch Marsh won’t receive a stunning call-up after being left out of Australia’s squad.

The Aussies announced a 15-man squad for the Optus Stadium fixture, with Weatherald included as an opening option on the back of strong form at Sheffield Shield level.

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Marsh had been touted by some as a left-field opening option , but missed selection in what head selector George Bailey said was a difficult call.

Dashing young opener Sam Konstas was left out, having not made a score above 25 in nine Test innings since his blazing 60 on debut last Boxing Day, while there was also no room for Matt Renshaw.

Aussie skipper Pat Cummins (back) has already ruled himself out of t

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