Melbourne, Dec. 25 -- Ahead of the fourth Ashes Test against England, Australia's stand-in captain has opened up about the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) surface, saying that the pitch will offer a lot to the fast bowlers.

Ahead of the Boxing Day Test, starting on December 26, the Baggry Green have named their playing XI, opting for an all-pace attack. Stand-in captain Smith has returned to the side after missing the third Adelaide Test in place of regular captain Pat Cummins.

The hosts will wait until the morning of the game to make the final call on the composition of quicks. Apart from Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland, Australia has to choose between Jhye Richardson, Michael Neser and Brendan Doggett.

Off-spinner Todd Murphy was omit...