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Headline: Australia Drop Lyon, Unleash Pace Attack in Bold Ashes Gamble at Gabba

Brisbane, Australia – In a surprising move, Australia has opted for an all-out pace attack, leaving out veteran spinner Nathan Lyon for the second Ashes Test against England at the Gabba. The bold selection sees Michael Neser, a fast bowler with seven Test wickets to his name, replace Lyon in the starting XI. This marks only the second home Test Lyon has missed since his debut in 2011.

The Aussies are also forced to make a change at the top of the order, with Josh Inglis replacing injured opener Usman Khawaja, who is sidelined with back spasms. Travis Head will open the batting alongside Jake Weatherald after Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bowl first.

Pat Cummins remains out of the side due to injury.

Neser will join a formidable pace attack consisting of Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, and all-rounder Cameron Green. Inglis, born in England before moving to Australia, will make his fourth Test appearance in this day-night contest.

Australia XI: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (c), Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Josh Inglis, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett.

The first Test, held in Perth, saw Australia win by eight wickets. This second Test at the Gabba marks a significant shift in strategy as the home side looks to maintain their series lead.

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