Australia has announced its 15-player squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to begin on February 19, with an allrounder-heavy lineup. New faces Matt Short and Aaron Hardie are included for their first ICC event, while Nathan Ellis also earns a spot after his impressive performance with the Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash League. Pat Cummins will captain the squad, although his participation is uncertain due to an ongoing ankle issue. The squad is a mix of experience and youth, with a strong focus on seam bowling and the spin option of Adam Zampa.
Australia Squad for Champions Trophy 2025
Player | Role |
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Pat Cummins (c) | Captain, Bowler |
Alex Carey | Wicketkeeper, Batter |
Nathan Ellis | Bowler |
Aaron Hardie | All-rounder, Bowler |
Josh Hazlewood | Bowler |
Travis Head | Batter |
Josh Inglis | Wicketkeeper, Batter |
Marnus Labuschagne | Batter |
Mitchell Marsh | All-rounder, Batter |
Glenn Maxwell | All-rounder, Batter |
Matt Short | Batter |
Steve Smith | Batter |
Mitchell Starc | Bowler |
Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder, Batter |
Adam Zampa | Bowler |
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Australia Match Schedule For Champions Trophy 2025
Date | Match | Venue |
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22 Feb | Australia v England | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
25 Feb | Australia v South Africa | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
28 Feb | Afghanistan v Australia | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
Australia’s Group and Tournament Outlook
Australia has been placed in Group B for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, alongside South Africa, England, and Afghanistan. These matches are expected to be thrilling, with Australia bringing a mix of experienced players and young talent.
The Australian team boasts a strong lineup, with powerful batters like Steven Smith and Travis Head, reliable allrounders such as Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Marsh, and a lethal bowling attack led by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood.
Key Dates to Watch
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be held from February 19 to March 9, 2025, with March 10 reserved for the final. Australia’s matches are expected to draw significant attention as the team aims to dominate the competition.
With this predicted squad and their current form, Australia is undoubtedly one of the top contenders for the Champions Trophy title. Fans are excited to see how the team performs in this highly anticipated tournament!