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Middle order batsman Brad Hodge has been included in the 13-man Australian Squad for the 3-ODIs Chappell-Hadlee Series. Michael Lewis, a fast bowler from Victoria is the other new face in the squad. Brad Hogg makes a comeback into the side while Damien Martyn, Shane Watson and James Hope are still recovering from their respective injuries. Michael Clarke and Simon Katich who were dropped from the Test Squad during the West Indies Series have kept their places in the One Day outfit. The 1st ODI begins on the 3rd December at Auckland.
Australia squad : Ricky Ponting (Captain), Adam Gilchrist (Wicket Keeper), Michael Clarke, Mike Hussey, Brad Hodge, Simon Katich, Brad Hogg, Andrew Symonds, Cameron White, Brett Lee, Stuart Clarke, Nathan Bracken, Michael Lewis