Kolkata : 2 times winner Australia have announced there 15-members squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025, led by Pat Cummins, after him opting out of Sri Lanka series.
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Matt Short and Aaron Hardie have been included for their maiden squad call ups for an ICC event, while pacer Nathan Ellis has also earned a spot after great Big Bash League form.
“It offers a variety of options for touring management depending on opposition and the conditions that may present in Pakistan,” said selection chairman George Bailey.
Veterans like Mitchell Starc, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne are also roped in the squad, making a formidable lineup.
Australian Squad : 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.