Cricket Australia has announced the 15-man squad for the tournament ICC Champions Trophy 2025will be held in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9. The team will be composed of Pat CumminsDespite concerns over an ankle injury during the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he has continued to be a key figure.
Team Profile
The announcement was made on Monday morning (January 13) and includes noteworthy inclusions and exclusions. Matt Short and Aaron Hardy Earning a first-time call-up to the national team for an International Cricket Federation event demonstrates Australia’s commitment to combining youth with experience. The team is made up of experienced players as well as these fresh faces, emphasizing the all-around abilities that are vital to success in the tournament.
Choose to see what’s missing Jack Fraser-McGurkPoor form in recent matches, and Cameron Greenis recovering from back surgery. also, David Warner Retirement from international cricket has created opportunities for new talents to shine.
main selector George Bailey Expressed confidence in the team’s balance and versatility. “This is a balanced and experienced squad with core members having played in previous One-Day World Cups, the West Indies series, last year’s successful tour of England and the recent home series in Pakistan,” he said in an official statement.
Australia’s squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy:
Pat Cummins (c), Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Aaron Hardy, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh English Si, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa
Game background
Australia tied with Group B Afghanistan, England and South Africaall group stage matches are scheduled to be played in Lahore and Rawalpindi. The tournament marks the return of the trophy after an eight-year hiatus, with Australia aiming to regain the title they last won in 2009.
As anticipation for this prestigious event continues to build, fans are eager to see how Australia’s experience and fresh talent perform on the international stage. The team will make a strong statement against Pakistan’s formidable opponents.