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Doggett adds miles to his legs amid Border-Gavaskar Trophy ambitions

Fast bowler is currently in India with the Australia A team and will be back in December to play the BBL opener in Chennai

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 2:53 AM
Doggett adds miles to his legs amid Border-Gavaskar Trophy ambitions
Key Things to Know
  • Brendan Doggett is targeting a spot in Australia's Test squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India.
  • Doggett is returning from a major hamstring injury with Australia A in two four-day fixtures against India A.
  • The 32-year-old fast bowler made his Test debut during the 2025-26 Ashes series.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Australian fast bowler Brendan Doggett is aiming for selection in the upcoming 2026-27 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India. The 32-year-old pacer is currently in India with Australia A for two four-day matches against India A in Puducherry, marking his return to competitive action following a major hamstring injury that has sidelined him since February.

Doggett made his Test debut in the 2025-26 Ashes series and expressed confidence in Australia's fast-bowling depth amid a demanding international schedule. In addition to his red-ball ambitions, Doggett is scheduled to represent the Melbourne Renegades in Chennai on December 12 for their BBL opener against the Perth Scorchers.

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