Aus’s Weatherald, Doggett will make his debut
CALM BEFORE THE STORM: Australia captain Steve Smith (R) shakes hands with England captain Ben Stokes at Perth Stadium. Photo: AFP PERTH: Australia skipper Steve Smith said on Thursday it was “really exciting” to see Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett make their debuts in the opening Ashes Test against England, backing them to perform on the biggest stage. The pair, both 31, will win their big green caps at a sold-out Perth Stadium on Friday – the first time Australia have picked multiple debutants in a Test since early 2019. Weatherald’s inclusion as Usman Khawaja’s sixth opening partner since David
