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.
3. Josh Phillippe
The bolter among this group.
Phillippe is not yet a household name, however his Shield form has been impressive this season.
With nine catches from his last three games, not to mention three scores over 40, he is the most in-form on paper of this crop. However, there is much less exposed form to look at and his age may be a factor.
At 24 years old though, he is certainly one to look for in the coming years.
