In the wake of Tim Paine taking a break from all forms of cricket, talk has now turned to who will replace him behind the stumps. The debate was already well underway, given Paine is 36 and nearing the end of his career.
The bombshell news has accelerated those discussions and Cricket Australia now faces a tough choice, with no clear standout having emerged in the past 18 months to claim his spot as Australia's premier wicketkeeper.
With Pat Cummins announced as the new Test Captain, Australia will start the Ashes both with a new skipper and gloveman.
With so much on the line, the pressure is on Cricket Australia to get it right.
We assess the top candidates to fill the vacancy.
5. Matthew Wade
A "break glass in case of emergency" option, Wade is perhaps the least likely.
Despite having played the position for the Test side previously, naming Wade would be a step backwards.
Despite being a very capable batsman at Test level, notably scoring two centuries against England in the last Ashes, Wade would not be a decision for the future.
His glovework can still leave a lot to be desired at times, but his experience sees him in with a chance. It is a slim one however as he has not played much red ball cricket due to his starring role in the T20 World Cup.
