Delhi: Australia cricket team has suffered a major setback before the Champions Trophy 2025. Team captain Pat Cummins will not play in this tournament. Cricket Australia has officially confirmed this. The tournament will be played in Pakistan and UAE from 19 February.
Australia has not only been cummins but also more big shocks. Four prominent players of the team will not participate in this tournament. These include all -rounders Marcus Stoinis and Mitchell Marsh, besides fast bowler Josh Hazlewood. Stoinis has also announced his retirement from ODI cricket.
Who will be the captain?
Australia will need a new captain in the absence of Pat Cummins. Head coach Andrew McDonald had already said that if such a situation arises, Steve Smith or one of the Travis Head will be given the command of the team.
He said, “If Pat Cummins is unable to play, then we have to choose a new captain. We have discussed this with Steve Smith and Travis Head. Smith has also captained well in ODI and Test cricket before. The final decision will be taken soon. “
Australia will have to declare their final Champions Trophy team by 12 February.
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