Ashes 2025: Carey, Khawaja rescue Australia after Smith’s last-minute pullout in Adelaide
Smith walked out ahead of play to attempt his familiar pre-match routine, only for the dizziness that had troubled him in recent days to resurface.
Smith walked out ahead of play to attempt his familiar pre-match routine, only for the dizziness that had troubled him in recent days to resurface.
The decision means experienced opener Usman Khawaja remains on the sidelines as he continues his recovery from a back concern, while back-up batter Josh Inglis retains his place in the side and will bat at No. 7.
Despite featuring in 140 Tests for Australia, Lyon has been left out of the XI twice in the last three matches, a rare situation for the experienced campaigner.
Khawaja, who is recovering from back spasms, leaves Australia with a key selection dilemma ahead of the third Test.
When India last played a Test against Australia in Adelaide, the visitors were bundled out for their lowest score in Test history.
Bayliss was upbeat about his bowlers skittling Australia for 138 in the second innings.
