Australia preparations for Champions Cup 2025 It has achieved great success as a leader Pat Kamins It is unlikely to be involved due to a continuous ankle injury. Cummins, which crossed the test series against Sri Lanka For the birth of his second child, he was struggling with a case in the ankle that worsened after the burden of work Gavascar Border Cup.
While the ODI band is scheduled to leave in Australia, with the exception of the test players, Sri Lanka on Thursday, the main coach Andrew McDonald He emphasized that Cummins did not resume Bowling and is unlikely to travel with the team.
“Kamens has not yet been able to advance, so it's unlikely to be fit in time. This means that we need to find a new captain.” McDonald said in an interview with Sen.
The Australian coach reveals who can lead the team in the absence of Bat Kamins
With Cummins confronting a race over time, McDonald has inserted a brief list Steve Smith and Travis Heid As potential leaders of the Champions Cup.
“Steve Smith and Tarvis Haid are the two options in which we think about planning our band, along with Bat, who was recovering home. They are the applicants of the role of leadership,” McDonald explained.
He also emphasized Smith's experience and previous leadership skills in the international cricket game, saying, Steve did a great job in the first test and led in ODIS before. Therefore, it is between these two. But with opportunities that look little, we will have to finish our decision soon. “
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Problems of injury to Australians
The uncertainty in Cummins adds to the list of injuries fears in Australia. The star of all the round Mitchell Marsh He was already excluded outside the tournament and it is not expected to return to the competitive cricket game this season. The specified people have not yet mentioned his alternative to the Champions Trophy team.
Fast pyramid Josh Hazlood As he is in doubt, he is fighting a hip problem after recovering from side and calf injuries that forced him to miss multiple tests against India and the Sri Lanka tour.
Josh Hazliowood also faces fitness challenges today. We are waiting for medical updates, and in the next few days, we must have a more clear picture. “ McDonald added.
With the participation of the team captain, unconfirmed and the main players who struggle with injuries, the Australian Champions Cup campaign faces a major challenge. The chosen will soon have to make decisive decisions regarding the team's amendments and leadership options.
