‘It’s time’: Call for Australia to take bold selection ‘risk’… but Travis Head isn’t so sure

Greg Shipperd has urged Australian selectors to recall young batsman Sam Konstas, while Travis Head believes seasoned first-class veterans remain the best fit for the national Test side. Shipperd argues that Australia should take a bold risk on the next generation following Konstas's strong domestic performances, including recent centuries for New South Wales.

Head, however, pointed out that strong Australian eras traditionally featured hardened Sheffield Shield veterans like Mike Hussey and Chris Rogers entering the team in their 30s. While acknowledging the potential of young players such as Konstas, Head maintained that selecting experienced domestic performers best sustains Australia's top-ranked Test status.