Cricket Australia boss James Sutherland has defended the use of the pink ball and is adamant it will be a success in the first ever day-night test match.
Australia opening batsman David Warner will test out his thumb in the Sheffield Shield competition this week ahead of the opening test against New Zealand.
Australia batsman Adam Voges has added his voice to the criticism of the pink ball set to be used in cricket's 1st day-night test match against New Zealand.
Australia paceman Josh Hazlewood has expressed concerns about the safety of the pink ball to be used in the maiden day-night test match against New Zealand.
Australia captain Steven Smith has been carrying a knee injury since the tour of England and may take some time off from cricket before hosting New Zealand.