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Australian Cricket Faces Selection Dilemmas and Injury Concerns

The Australian cricket team is navigating several key challenges as they prepare for upcoming series, particularly against India. One of the significant issues is the injury status of all-rounder Cameron Green. Despite initial concerns that Green might miss the series due to a back injury, it has been revealed that he could be available as a batsman, with the possibility of resuming bowling later in the Australian summer. This development complicates the selection process, as Green's dual capabilities make him a valuable asset, but his current limitations mean he may need to be considered solely as a batsman for now.

Another factor influencing the selection is the performance of other players in the Sheffield Shield. Marcus Harris has strengthened his case for an Australian selection by scoring 143 off 178 balls for Victoria, his 29th first-class century. This performance has caught the attention of selectors, who are considering him as a potential opening partner.

In the Sheffield Shield matches, Marnus Labuschagne's unconventional captaincy tactics have also drawn attention. During Queensland's match against Western Australia, Labuschagne employed an unusual fielding arrangement, placing a fielder right behind the bowler, a move that sparked debate about its legality and sportsmanship.

Travis Head and Steve Smith are also in the mix for selection, with Head listed to bat at No. 4 for South Australia against NSW, and Smith likely to return to the No. 4 position. The selectors are weighing their options carefully, considering other all-rounders like Michael Neser and Aaron Hardie if Green is not fully fit.

Results and Scores:
- NSW Men vs South Australia Men: South Australian Men need 382 runs to win.
- Victoria Men vs Tasmanian Tigers Men: Tasmania leads Victoria by 99 runs with 1 wicket remaining.
- Western Australia Men vs Queensland Bulls: Western Australia concluded their first innings at 7- with a 203-run partnership between Josh Inglis and Sam Whiteman.

Top Scorers:
- Marcus Harris: 143 off 178 balls for Victoria.
- Josh Inglis: Century in an ODI-style performance for Western Australia.

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