Nathan McSweeney, after a challenging debut against India, is pleased to be recalled for Australia's Test series in Sri Lanka. He acknowledged the difficulty of facing spin bowling in Lanka but is prepared and confident.

Cooper Connolly could have a shot at his Test debut after being named in Australia's squad to tour Sri Lanka later this month.

Australia recalled opener Nathan McSweeney and called up all-rounder Cooper Connolly on Thursday for the first time in a spin-heavy Test squad for the tour of Sri Lanka, with Steve Smith captain.

Australia's interim Test captain Steve Smith has backed the selection of uncapped spinner Cooper Connolly for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka. The decision was inspired by India's successful ploy of using spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel together in subcontinental matches.

Nathan McSweeney has earned a recall into the squad for the Sri Lanka tour after being dropped in the middle of the series against India.

Glenn Maxwell's hopes of reviving his test career may be over after the all-rounder missed out on selection in Australia's much-changed squad for the Sri Lanka tour.

Steven Smith will captain in the two Tests with Pat Cummins remaining at home for the birth of his second child and to manage an ankle injury

Australia’s squad for two Tests in Sri Lanka will be officially unveiled later on Thursday, and some surprising names have emerged.