The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be held from February 19 to March 9, 2025, at venues in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.
This prestigious tournament features eight top cricketing nations, divided into two groups. Australia is placed in Group B, alongside South Africa, Afghanistan, and England.
The Australian squad, announced on January 13, 2025, will be led by Pat Cummins, who returns to captain after recovering from an ankle injury.
The team includes seasoned players such as Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, and Steve Smith.
They aim to secure Australia's third Champions Trophy title, following victories in 2006 and 2009. Notably, all-rounders Matt Short and Aaron Hardie have earned their maiden call-ups for an ICC event, bringing fresh talent to the squad.
Australia’s Squad for Champions Trophy 2025: Captain, Vice-Captain, and Players List
According to ESPNcricinfo, here’s the list of the Australian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, led by Pat Cummins. The team features a strong lineup with experienced players and fresh talent.
| Name | Role | Batting Style | Bowling Style |
| Wicketkeeper Batters | |||
| Alex Carey | Wicketkeeper Batter | Left hand Bat | - |
| Josh Inglis | Wicketkeeper Batter | Right hand Bat | - |
| Top Order Batters | |||
| Travis Head | Top order Batter | Left hand Bat | Right arm Offbreak |
| Marnus Labuschagne | Batter | Right hand Bat | Right arm Medium fast, Legbreak |
| Matthew Short | Top order Batter | Right hand Bat | Right arm Offbreak |
| Steven Smith | Top order Batter | Right hand Bat | Legbreak Googly |
| Allrounders | |||
| Aaron Hardie | Allrounder | Right hand Bat | Right arm Medium fast |
| Mitchell Marsh | Allrounder | Right hand Bat | Right arm Medium |
| Glenn Maxwell | Batting Allrounder | Right hand Bat | Right arm Offbreak |
| Marcus Stoinis | Batting Allrounder | Right hand Bat | Right arm Medium |
| Bowlers | |||
| Pat Cummins (c) | Bowler | Right hand Bat | Right arm Fast |
| Nathan Ellis | Bowler | Right hand Bat | Right arm Fast medium |
| Josh Hazlewood | Bowler | Left hand Bat | Right arm Fast medium |
| Adam Zampa | Bowler | Right hand Bat | Legbreak Googly |
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Key Matches and Star Performers
The group fixtures for Australia’s matches in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 are as follows:
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 22 February 2025 | Australia vs England | Lahore |
| 25 February 2025 | Australia vs South Africa | Rawalpindi |
| 28 February 2025 | Australia vs Afghanistan | Lahore |
Two-time ICC Champions Trophy winners Australia have announced their preliminary 15-player squad for the 2025 edition of the tournament, highlighted by the return of captain Pat Cummins.
Cummins will lead the team in Pakistan, following confirmation that he will skip the upcoming Test series in Sri Lanka to recover from an ankle injury.
The squad includes maiden ICC event call-ups for Matt Short and Aaron Hardie, along with fast bowler Nathan Ellis, who has also secured a place. These three players replace David Warner (retired), Cameron Green (sidelined by back surgery), and Sean Abbott.
Pat Cummins Unlikely for Champions Trophy: Major Blow for Australia
Australia’s ICC Champions Trophy plans have suffered another setback. Skipper Pat Cummins and key bowler Josh Hazlewood are unlikely to play in the tournament.
The team was already weakened by the loss of all-rounder Mitch Marsh due to injury. Now, the absence of Cummins and Hazlewood could further hurt their chances of winning a third Champions Trophy title. The 50-over tournament will begin on February 19 in Pakistan and Dubai.
Australian coach Andrew McDonald spoke about the situation on Wednesday. He admitted that the team might need a new captain for the tournament since Cummins is unlikely to recover in time.
"Pat Cummins has not started bowling again, so he is highly unlikely to play," McDonald told SEN radio. "That means we need a captain."
He mentioned that Steve Smith and Travis Head are the main options for the role. "We've been discussing leadership with them while finalising the team," he said.
McDonald praised Smith for his leadership in the first Test against Sri Lanka and in past ODI matches. "So it's between those two," he added.
Josh Hazlewood is also struggling with fitness. The medical team will confirm his status in the coming days. The final decision on leadership and team selection will be announced soon.
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