Rod Marsh, the chief selector, felt the quadrangular series was a perfect platform for fringe players to push for their selection. "Seven of the 15 players in the squad have been selected in varying formats for Australia, showing that this series can only add to their prospects of pushing for further selection," he said. "Although we have also selected a squad with an eye towards the future, we have also rewarded the most recent domestic cricket performers and this is a perfect opportunity to showcase their talents against international opposition."
Maxwell has been included in the squad in place of Jon Holland, who left to join the Australian team in Sri Lanka for the three-match Test series after Steve O'Keefe was ruled out with a hamstring injury.
The series presents Cameron Bancroft, Scott Boland, Cameron Boyce, Kane Richardson and Marcus Stoinis, who have all represented Australia at the highest level, a chance to prove their mettle and win their place back.
Peter Handscomb, who lead Australia A to a 197-run win over South Africa A in a four-day game, has also been included in the squad. Marsh felt he'll play a key role in the upcoming series. "Peter led wonderfully in Australia A's victory over South Africa A at Allan Border Field in the longer format and will benefit from having a leadership role in the one-day matches, he shapes as one of this country's best up-and-coming leaders on the field," he said.
The tournament begins on August 13, with Australia A kick-starting their campaign against India A on August 14.
Squad: Chris Lynn (c), Peter Handscomb, Cameron Bancroft, Scott Boland, Cameron Boyce, Jake Lehmann, Glenn Maxwell, Joe Mennie, Kurtis Patterson, Kane Richardson, Alex Ross, Marcus Stoinis, Chris Tremain, Sam Whiteman, Dan Worrall.
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