Marnus Labuschagne has survived the axe and been included in Australia's squad for the Test series in South Africa, with Cooper Connolly selected as an extra batter in the group.
Cooper Connolly produced the finest innings of his international career to drag Australia to a thrilling one-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the third ODI in Mirpur, preventing a series whitewash despite a remarkable late collapse.
Young Australian batter Cooper Connolly continues to enhance his reputation in the ongoing Indian Premier League, with the 22-year-old Punjab Kings star now adding his name to the tournament's record books.
Punjab Kings survived a late scare to kick off their 2026 IPL campaign with a tense three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans at the New Chandigarh Stadium.