Australia's dominant 4-1 Ashes series victory has left the team with several questions to address ahead of a grueling 18-month schedule. The series, which featured standout performances from Travis Head, Mitchell Starc, and Usman Khawaja, also raised concerns about player fitness and depth.
An injury scare during the series may open the door for all-rounder Beau Webster to make his Test debut. Webster, who has been impressive in domestic cricket, could be called upon to bolster Australia's batting and bowling options.
The team's busy schedule includes a two-match Test series against Bangladesh in August, followed by a return to South Africa for the first time since the 2018 sandpapergate scandal. Australia will play as many as 21 Tests over the next 18 months, culminating in a tour of England.
Travis Head's success as an opener has sparked debate about the team's batting order, while Mitchell Starc's destructive bowling has been a key factor in the Ashes win. The team will need to manage player workloads carefully to avoid further injuries.
