Have your say: The definitive guide to who replaces David Warner against the West Indies

We’ve looked at all the stats that matter, and the consensus is in from our experts on who replace David Warner - but the fans don’t agree!

It’s one of the most intriguing and divisive selection battles in living memory.

Who will replace David Warner as Australia’s Test opener?

The left-hander flagged his retirement more than seven months ago and yet the public and even the contenders are very much in the dark about who will walk out alongside Usman Khawaja when the first Test against the West Indies begins in Adelaide next Wednesday.

Here’s a rundown of the six most likely candidates in the race:

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Daniel Cherny says: There is no perfect call but Bancroft probably deserves the first shot against the Windies on a very short leash. Green’s chance will arrive soon enough.

Robert Craddock says: I would elevate Steve Smith and bring Green in at four but I just sense that move may be a bit too bold for the panel.

Ben Horne says: I would elevate Smith given he wants the challenge of opening but would also be comfortable with Green slotting into Warner’s spot because I think he should be the next batsman chosen.

Originally published as Have your say: The definitive guide to who replaces David Warner against the West Indies