Cricket - South Africa vs Australia - Third Test - Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa - March 24, 2018 Australia's Mitchell Starc appeals unsuccessfully for a wicket REUTERS/Mike Hutchings
DUBAI (Reuters) - Mitchell Starc is ready to step up and do the heavy lifting as Australia's sole specialist pace bowler should the tourists opt for a three-pronged spin attack in next month's two-test series against Pakistan.
Using a trio of slow bowlers in the United Arab Emirates remains a strong possibility for the Australians as they explore means to capture 20 wickets in the absence of injured pace duo Josh Hazel-wood and Pat Cummins.
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