Only months after claiming a maiden T20 World Cup victory in Abu Dhabi, Australia will look to defend their crown on home soil later this year.
Beginning in October, Australia will kick off a busy summer of cricket by hosting the tournament for the first time. Due to COVID interferences in previous years, a unique schedule means the tournament will be contested in consecutive years.
Discounting injuries, Australia is likely to have the World Cup-winning XI from Abu Dhabi available again for selection.
We look at some of the best performers from this year's BBL season who are pressing their claims to be included in the squad come October 13.
5. Hayden Kerr (Sydney Sixers)
Wickets: 17 | Average: 11.41 | Economy rate: 6.93 | Best Bowling: 4/32
A real bolter this season, Hayden Kerr has grabbed an opportunity in a strong Sydney Sixers side with both hands.
The all-rounder has been terrific with ball in hand this season while his batting has yet to reach the same heights. The left-arm quick has taken 17 wickets at an impressive average of just 11.41. Just as impressive is his economy rate of 6.93, proving he is very reliable option throughout an innings.
His best figures of 432 came against the top of the table Perth Scorchers.
Kerr hasn't had much opportunity to show his prowess with the bat yet, facing just 25 deliveries so far this season.
Like Sangha, It would be unlikely to see Kerr representing Australia in the World Cup given the unbelievable bowling depth in the country at the moment. Nevertheless, Kerr has put forward a Terrific BBL11 campaign so far.
