Australia have officially announced a 17-member squad for their upcoming tour of Pakistan, with several key players missing due to injury.
According to the announcement, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Tim David will not be part of the tour as they continue to recover from injuries.
Mitchell Marsh Named Captain
All-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been appointed as the captain for the Pakistan tour. The squad also includes Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, and Cooper Connolly, adding depth to both the pace and all-round departments.
Other players named in the squad are:
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Jack Edwards
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Cameron Green
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Travis Head
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Josh Inglis
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Matthew Kuhnemann
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Mitch Owen
The selectors have also included Josh Philippe, Matthew Renshaw, Matt Short, Marcus Stoinis, and experienced leg-spinner Adam Zampa.
Strong Squad Despite Key Absences
Cricket experts believe that despite the absence of several senior players, the Australian squad remains strong and competitive. A closely contested series is expected as Australia take on Pakistan on home soil.
The tour is being keenly anticipated by fans, with both teams expected to field aggressive and balanced lineups.
