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He has been a regular pick on the franchise circuit and was named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in April.

The players are chosen by the Wisden editor, a tradition that dates back to 1889.

Hampshire spinner Liam Dawson and Surrey fast bowler Dan Worrall complete the line-up, which has been announced as this year's Wisden almanack is published on Thursday.

Thorpe was a Wisden Cricketer of the Year winner in 1997 and the sport's 'bible' described him as "one of England’s greatest batters" in a post on social media.

Another Australian, batter Travis Head, wins the Wisden Trophy for Test performance of the year following his 163 off 174 balls in the Test Championship final victory over India at The Oval in June.