Fitzroy Doncaster's batting star, David Plumpton has been named in a 13 man squad to contest the Bushrangers first ING Cup match of the season against the Southern Redbacks in Adelaide this Saturday.

Plumpton, 25, was ecstatic with his selection. "Initially being awarded a playing contract was exciting enough, but I guess you then turn your attention to gaining selection. To be considered so early in the season is a bonus and if I make the twelve for Adelaide, hopefully I can really help the side get off to a winning start in the ING Cup competition".

The elegant right hander was last season selected in the Victorian Premier Cricket "Team of the Season" and played a major role in Fitzroy Doncaster's premiership success, scoring 957 runs with a top score of 170.

Joining Plumpton in the squad are Richmond paceman Ian Hewett and Melbourne's batting all-rounder, Andrew McDonald. Jason Arnberger and Will Carr will return from Adelaide at the conclusion of the current Pura Cup match.

BUSHRANGERS

Matthew Elliott (c), Darren Berry, Ian Harvey, Shane Harwood, Ian Hewett, Brad Hodge, Mathew Inness, Nick Jewell, Michael Lewis, Andrew McDonald, David Plumpton, Graeme Rummans, Cameron White (one to be omitted)

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