Australia’s preparations for the Champions Trophy 2025 have taken a significant blow as a captain Log It is extremely unlikely to participate due to continuing ankle injury. Cummins, who missed the order of tests against Sri Lanka For the birth of his second child, he struggles with an ankle issue that worsened after his workload at Trophy Border-Gavaskar.
While Australia’s ODI team, with the exception of test players, is going to leave for Sri Lanka on Thursday, chief bus Andrew McDonald He confirmed that Cummins has not started the bowling again and is unlikely to travel with the team.
“Pat Cummins was not able to bowl yet, so it is extremely unlikely to be appropriate in time. This means we have to find a new captain,” McDonald said in an interview with Sen.
Australian coach reveals who can lead the team in the absence of Pat Cummins
With Cummins facing a match against time, McDonald has been selected Steve Smith and Head as potential leaders for the Champions Trophy campaign.
“Steve Smith and Travis Head are the two options we consider when designing our team, along with Pat, who has recovered at home. They are the pioneers for the leadership role.” McDonald explained.
He further emphasized Smith’s experience and previous leadership positions in international cricket, declaring, “Steve has done a fantastic job in the first test and has led to Odis before. So he is between them two. But with the chances of the pat of the pat of the patches, we will have to complete our decision soon.”
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Injuries for Aussies
Cummins’ uncertainty adds to the growing list of Australia’s concerns. Star all-Rounder Mitchell Mary It has already been excluded from the tournament and is not expected to return to the competitive cricket this season. The selectors have not yet called his replacement for the Champions Trophy team.
Quick Josh Hazlewood It is also doubtful, he is fighting a hip issue after recovery from injuries to the side and beef that forced him to lose multiple tests against India and Sri Lanka’s tour.
“Josh Hazlewood also faces gym challenges right now. We are waiting for medical updates and in the next few days, we should have a clearer picture” McDonald added.
With the captain’s participation in the uncertain and key players who are fighting with injuries, Australia’s Trophy Champions campaign faces a major challenge. Selectors should soon make critical decisions on team adjustments and leadership options.
