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Cricket Australia has announced its 15-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025which will be held in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9. The team will lead Pat Cumminswho remains a key figure despite concerns over an ankle injury sustained during the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Composition overview
The announcement made Monday morning (January 13) includes some notable inclusions and exclusions. Matt Short and Aaron Hardie they earned their first national call-ups to an ICC event, demonstrating Australia’s commitment to blending youth with experience. The squad includes a strong combination of experienced players alongside these fresh faces, highlighting the all-round abilities essential to success at the tournament.
Selection see omission Jake Fraser-McGurkwho struggled with form in recent games, and Cameron Greenwho is recovering from back surgery. Additionally, David Warner retired from international cricket, creating opportunities for new talent to shine.
Main menu George Bailey expressed confidence in the balance and versatility of the team. “This is a balanced and experienced squad with a core that has featured in the previous one-day World Cup, the West Indies series, last year’s successful tour of Great Britain and the more recent home series in Pakistan,” he said in an official statement.
Australia squad for Champions Trophy 2025:
Pat Cummins (c), Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa
Tournament context
Australia are in Group B together Afghanistan, England and South Africawith all group stage matches to be held in Lahore and Rawalpindi. The tournament marks the return of the Champions Trophy after an eight-year hiatus, with Australia aiming to regain the title it last won in 2009.
As anticipation builds for this prestigious tournament, fans can’t wait to see how Australia’s mix of experience and fresh talent perform on the international stage. The team will be looking to make a strong statement as they begin their campaign against formidable opponents in Pakistan.
