A year ago, Nic Maddinson was battling testicular cancer. Now he's in line for a Test recall

Nic Maddinson, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer last year, has been called into Australia's Test squad for the three-Test series against South Africa starting October 9 in Durban. The 34-year-old replaces injured batsmen Cameron Green and Josh Inglis. Maddinson last played a Test in 2016.

Source: A year ago, Nic Maddinson was battling testicular cancer. Now he's in line for a Test recall — Sydney Morning Herald

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