Inglis hits century in Test recall after finger injury cleared
Josh Inglis scored a Test century after being called up last-minute when Steve Smith withdrew with a neck injury.
Inglis was brought into the team at short notice after Smith removed himself from contention on day one with a neck injury. The 31-year-old had fractured his finger in earlier ODI contests but was cleared to return after a 10-day stint back in Perth.
Inglis batted with a splint over his index finger. Inglis's century made him the first Australian batsman to score centuries in all three formats.
He also impressed against Sri Lanka's off-spinner Simon Harmer, helping Australia take a commanding position in their first innings at Newlands in Cape Town.
- 31
- Player age
- 10 days in Perth
- Recovery time
- Newlands, Cape Town
- Venue
Why it mattersInglis proved he belongs in the Test team and showed he can handle quality international bowling even while injured.
AustraliaThe West Australian keeper is now a strong contender for Australia's January tour of India, one of the toughest assignments in cricket.
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