ICC Awards of the Decade: ICC Teams of the Decade: MS Dhoni named as captain of both T20Is and ODIs while Virat Kohli named as captain of the Test team of the Decade.



ICC Awards of the Decade: International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday announced the results of much-awaited awards of the Decade. The Teams for all three formats have been announced i.e., Tests, T20I s, and ODIs.



Indian former captain MS Dhoni has been named captain of both T20Is and ODIs while Virat Kohli has been named as the captain of the Test team of the Decade.



<h2>ICC T20I team of the Decade:</h2>



In T20Is apart from Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah have been named in the list of T20I cricketer of the Decade. The lineup led by MS Dhoni also features some greats of the format like Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, Lasith Malinga, and Aaron Finch.



Rohit Sharma, Chris Gayle, Aaron Finch, Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell, MS Dhoni (c), Kieron Pollard, Rashid Khan, Jasprit Bumrah, and Lasith Malinga.



<h2>ICC?s ODI Team of the Decade:?</h2>



In the list of 50 over format, ODIs apart from captain MS Dhoni, Australian David Warner, and Indian Rohit Sharma have been named as openers followed by Virat Kohli and South African AB de Villiers as middle-order batsmen. England?s Ben Stokes and Bangladesh?s Shakib al Hasan has been picked as the all-rounders while the bowling is led by Australian Mitchell Starc, New Zealand?s Trent Boult, and Sri Lankans Lasith Malinga.



Rohit Sharma, David Warner, Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Shakib Al Hasan, MS Dhoni (c), Ben Stokes, Mitchell Starc, Trent Boult, Imran Tahir, and Lasith Malinga.



<h2>ICC?s Test Team of the Decade:?</h2>



International Cricket Council (ICC) also announced the Test team of the Decade. India?s current test skipper Virat Kohli is picked as the captain of the side. The test side includes some of the most prominent names such as Alister Cook, Kane Williamson, Steve Smith, Ben Stokes, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Sri Lanka?s Kumar Sangakkara.



Alistair Cook, David Warner, Kane Williamson, Virat Kohli (c), Steve Smith, Kumar Sangakkara, Ben Stokes, Ravi Ashwin, Dale Steyn, Stuart Broad, James Anderson.



<h2>ICC?s Women's T20I Team of the Decade:?</h2>



The list also features the women?s T20I team of the Decade. Australia?s Meg Lenning has been named as the leader of the side which includes two Indians Poonam Yadav and Harmanpreet Kaur.&nbsp;



Alyssa Healy, Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates, Meg Lanning (c), Harmanpreet Kaur, Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Ellyse Perry, Anya Shrubsole, Megan Schutt, Poonam Yadav.



ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/australia-vs-india-2nd-test-day-2-highlights-ajinkya-rahane-completes-his-test-ton/">Australia vs India 2nd Test Day 2 Highlights: Ajinkya Rahane completes his test ton</a> ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/surya-kumar-yadav-to-lead-mumbai-in-syed-mushtaq-ali-trophy-2021/">Surya Kumar Yadav to lead Mumbai in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021</a>

ICC Awards of the Decade: ICC Teams of the Decade: MS Dhoni named as captain of both T20Is and ODIs while Virat Kohli named as captain of the Test team of the Decade

icc-awards-of-the-decade-odi-team-of-the-decade-t20i-team-test-team

It is a great achievement to get the ICC T20I Cricketer of the Decade Award says, Rashid Khan.



ICC T20I Cricketer of the Decade: The Afghan spinner is truly overwhelmed to get the most prestigious decade award. Rashid Khan on winning the award says, it is an honor to get such awards.



Winning the ICC T20I Cricketer of the Decade award is a special feat for a cricketer from an emerging country like Afghanistan.



The 22-years old leg spinner who has been phenomenal in the past decade has picked 89 scalps at an impressive average of 12.62. In the past ten years, Khan has picked three Four wickets haul as well as two five-fors to make his stance more solid.



<h2>I am truly speechless: Rashid Khan</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1343488979178557441
</div></figure>



?I am truly speechless right now for ICC T20I Cricketer of the year award. For someone from an emerging country like Afghanistan to get this award, it is a special moment for me, for my country, and for my fans,? Rashid Khan said in a video through ICC?s Twitter page.



Khan told his fans that he will focus on his batting skills too to score some runs there also.



?I have been associated with International cricket for five years and my target is to play for 10? more years for my country and keep doing well. I have been doing well in the bowling department and in coming years I will be focussing on contributing with the bat also,? he added.



Talking about some memorable performances, he said, ?I have so many memories in T20 cricket. I had 5 for 6 against Ireland, including four wickets in four balls. That was a memorable performance.



?I can not forget my performance in the 2016 ICC T20I World Cup where I emerged as the second-highest wicket-taker. The win against eventual champions West Indies was also a memorable one. I took two wickets in that match and the wicket of Marlon Samuels was my best in that World Cup.?



ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/australia-vs-india-rahane-jadeja-partnership-might-have-taken-the-game-away-from-australia-at-mcg-says-sachin-tendulkar/">Australia vs India: Rahane-Jadeja partnership might have taken the game away from Australia at MCG says, Sachin Tendulkar</a> ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/australia-vs-india-david-warners-participation-still-doubtful-for-the-third-test-says-justin-langer/">Australia vs India: David Warner?s participation still doubtful for the third test says, Justin Langer</a>

It is a great achievement to get the ICC T20I Cricketer of the Decade Award says, Rashid Khan

it-is-a-great-achievement-to-get-the-icc-t20i-cricketer-of-the-decade-award-says-rashid-khan

Virat Kohli wins ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade Award while MS Dhoni wins Spirit of the Cricket Award.



ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade: Team India?s current skipper and run-machine won the most prestigious awards at the ICC Awards of the Decade. Virat Kohli gets two awards in his bag - ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade and ICC ODI Cricketer of the Decade Award.



Virat Kohli earned the esteemed ICC ODI Cricketer of the Decade award for his supreme contribution in the 50 over format. Kohli left behind India?s former skipper MS Dhoni, Ravichandran Ashwin, Joe Root, and Steve Smith to win the award.



Virat Kohli also got the Sir Garfield Sobers ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade Award for scoring over 20,000 runs in the qualification period. Kohli collected 20,396 runs at a blistering average of 56.97 to win the award. It is highest among the active players with 70 plus games. Kohli also smacked 66 centuries and 94 half-centuries during the period.



International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the winners on its Twitter page on Monday.



?My only intention was to make winning contributions for the team and I just strive to do that in every game. Stats just become the byproduct of what you want to do on the field,? Virat Kohli said after winning the award.



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1343476314699948033
</div></figure>



<h2>ICC Spirit of the Cricket Award:</h2>



Along with current skipper Virat Kohli, the former skipper MS Dhoni won the ICC Spirit of the Cricket award for his calm gesture to call back England?s batsman Ian Bell after an unusual run-out at Nottingham in 2011.



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1343479003668217856
</div></figure>



<h2>ICC Test Cricketer of the Decade:</h2>



The ICC Test Player of the Decade Award is won by Australian Steve Smith who owns some phenomenal numbers in Test Cricket. Smith during the period amassed over 7,000 test runs at an average of 65.79. He has scored 26 Hundred and 28 Half-centuries.



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1343477245701214208
</div></figure>



ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/it-is-a-great-achievement-to-get-the-icc-t20i-cricketer-of-the-decade-award-says-rashid-khan/">It is a great achievement to get the ICC T20I Cricketer of the Decade Award says, Rashid Khan</a> ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/australia-vs-india-rahane-jadeja-partnership-might-have-taken-the-game-away-from-australia-at-mcg-says-sachin-tendulkar/">Australia vs India: Rahane-Jadeja partnership might have taken the game away from Australia at MCG says, Sachin Tendulkar</a>

Virat Kohli wins ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade Award while MS Dhoni wins Spirit of the Cricket Award

virat-kohli-wins-icc-male-cricketer-of-the-decade-award-while-ms-dhoni-wins-spirit-of-the-cricket-award

Shoaib Akhtar Slammed ICC for not including a single Pakistani in the ICC T20I Team of the Decade.



ICC T20I Team of the Decade: Former Pakistan?s speedster Shoaib Akhtar slammed the parent body of cricket for not including a single Pakistan Cricketer in the list of ICC T20I Team of the Decade.



International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the ICC T20I Team of the Decade on Sunday Afternoon and to everyone?s surprise there was no single Pakistani cricketer. Current Pakistan?s skipper Babar Azam was the contender to get a feature in the T20I Team however it was not the truth.



Speaking on his youtube channel Akhtar propelled some fierce attack on ICC as they didn?t release the World-XI instead it?s an all-time IPL XI.



?They (ICC) didn?t even name a single Pakistani player in the team. We don?t need your T20I Team of the Decade because you announced the IPL team not the world cricket team,? Shoaib Akhtar on his Youtube Video.



The former cricketer told the current T20I rankings is ruled by Babar Azam and he should be inducted in the side of 20 overs format.



?I think Pakistan is also a member of ICC and they also compete in T20I Cricket. They did not even notice Babar Azam who ruled the T20I charts for years.?



The former pacer criticized the parent body of cricket for ruining the game for sake of money.



<h2>There is no one better than Babar Azam in T20I says Akhtar:</h2>



?ICC only thinks about money, sponsorships, and TV rights. They introduced two new balls and three powerplays (in the ODI cricket). Where is Dennis Lillee, Jeff Thomson, the big five of West Indies, Wasim (Akram) and Waqar (Younis)? Where are the world?s fastest bowlers and leg-spinners? They went away because ICC commercialized and materialized cricket so much and allowed ten leagues to earn more revenue,? Akhtar said.



?ICC just want to conduct two World Cups in three-four years and leagues? There is a big difference between modern-day cricket and 70?s cricket. If there is no Shoaib vs Sachin then what is the point of watching cricket?? Akhtar added.



"Babar Azam is the biggest player in the T20I format. He is the top scorer for the country, his numbers are beyond imagination. It is so embarrassing and I am sure after watching this video ICC will think that they have to announce the combined World-XI, not the IPL-XI,? he concluded.



<h2>ICC?s T20I Team of the Decade: </h2>



Rohit Sharma, Chris Gayle, Aaron Finch, Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell, MS Dhoni (c), Kieron Pollard, Rashid Khan, Jasprit Bumrah, and Lasith Malinga.



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
https://twitter.com/ICC/status/1343116917331128321
</div></figure>



ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/virat-kohli-wins-icc-male-cricketer-of-the-decade-award-while-ms-dhoni-wins-spirit-of-the-cricket-award/">Virat Kohli wins ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade Award while MS Dhoni wins Spirit of the Cricket Award</a> ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/it-is-a-great-achievement-to-get-the-icc-t20i-cricketer-of-the-decade-award-says-rashid-khan/">It is a great achievement to get the ICC T20I Cricketer of the Decade Award says, Rashid Khan</a>

Shoaib Akhtar Slammed ICC for not including a single Pakistani in the ICC T20I Team of the Decade

shoaib-akhtar-slammed-icc-for-not-including-a-single-pakistani-in-the-icc-t20i-team-of-the-decade

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is the next designation of all top teams and their fans. The tournament is all set to kick off in Pakistan on February 19. India are part of Group A, which also has Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh. Team India will play their first match on February 20 against Bangladesh in Dubai.
The provisional squad for the ICC event is likely to be announced on or before January 12. There are a number of names that have been considered, and some players might get a nod in the squad. However, there will be some unlucky players who will not be able to make the cut. In this article, we will talk about three big names who might not be picked for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
<h2>Three big stars who might be dropped from rh ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad </h2>
3. Arshdeep Singh 
Indian fans can't forget the performance that Arshdeep Singh delivered in the T20 World Cup 2024. He finished the tournament as the leading wicket-taker and helped India win the long-awaited ICC title. Though Arshdeep has only played 8 ODIs so far. But with his ability to swing the new ball and then contain batters in the end, it makes him a complete white-ball bowler. However, India will already have the option of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, and Hardik Pandya in a 15-member squad.
2. Sanju Samson 
Sanju Samson finished 2024 as India's top scorer in T20Is. He slammed three centuries in just 12 innings and is someone who can bat anywhere and also is a keeper. But despite his batting form, Samson might not be able to make the cut. India will go with Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul as wicketkeepers, and the top order is already packed. Hence, Samson might not be able to make it into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad.
1. Suryakumar Yadav 
India's T20I captain and one of the key members of the team in the shortest format has been in and out of the ODI squad. He played an important role in India winning the T20 World Cup 2024. He is also in good form as compared to some other Indian seniors. But he won't get a chance as India might back Rahul, Pant, and Shreyas Iyer in the middle order.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/india-to-miss-jasprit-bumrah-in-icc-champions-trophy-2025-ace-pacer-to-travel-to-new-zealand-to-undergo-scans-reports/">India to miss Jasprit Bumrah in ICC Champions Trophy 2025? Ace pacer to travel to New Zealand to undergo scans - Reports</a>

India are likely to announce provisional squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on January 12.

India's provisional squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is likely to be revealed on January 12. We might see some big names missing out a spot in the squad.

India will play their first match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on February 20 in Dubai.

3 Indian Stars who might be dropped from India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

3-indian-stars-who-might-be-dropped-from-india-s-squad-for-the-icc-champions-trophy-2025

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: As the days go by, the buzz around speculations and predictions continues to intensify. For Team India, squad predictions have become a hot topic of discussion, sparking debates everywhere—from cricket fanatics on social media to casual conversations on the streets. Amid this growing excitement, one key question stands out: who will don the wicketkeeping gloves for India in the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
With numerous cricket experts and pundits making bold predictions about India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, a common thread runs through most discussions: the inclusion of KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Sanju Samson.
However, opinions are far from unanimous. While some former cricketers have opted to leave Rishabh Pant out of their squads, others argue for his inclusion at the expense of Sanju Samson, fueling a heated debate among fans and analysts alike. Let's discuss all three options one by one:
<h2>KL Rahul Frontrunner to Keep Wickets?</h2>
<img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202501/image_430x256_677fef7181149.jpg" alt="">
KL Rahul has made a compelling case to be India’s primary wicketkeeping option in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar praised Rahul’s ability to deliver consistently under pressure, highlighting his crucial contributions at No. 5 and his knack for scoring vital runs when the team needed them most.
Rahul’s reliability behind the stumps was further cemented by his record-breaking performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup. With 17 dismissals, including 16 catches and one stumping, he surpassed Rahul Dravid’s 2003 record for the most dismissals by an Indian wicketkeeper in a single World Cup edition.
These achievements underscore his dual efficiency with both the gloves and the bat, solidifying his place as a frontrunner for the role in high-stakes tournaments like the Champions Trophy.
<h2>Is Rishabh Pant Ready for ODI Format?</h2>
<img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202501/image_430x256_677ff4b385bc4.jpg" alt="">
Rishabh Pant has proven his mettle in the Test format, but his performances in white-ball cricket have been inconsistent, as highlighted by his ODI stats: 871 runs in 31 matches at an average of 33.50 and a strike rate of 106.21. Despite his potential, these numbers suggest he lacks the maturity required for high-pressure limited-overs cricket.
However, Pant’s wicketkeeping skills set him apart. Among the three contenders, he is the most agile and reliable behind the stumps, with quick reflexes, sharp accuracy, and adaptability to various conditions. While his batting in ODIs needs improvement, his exceptional glove work makes him a strong contender for a spot in the squad.
<h2>Can Sanju's Form Secure Him a Spot?</h2>
<img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202501/image_430x256_677ff4b73d5fc.jpg" alt="">
Sanju Samson’s impressive ODI stats—510 runs in 16 matches at an average of 56.66 and a strike rate of 99.60—underscore his potential as a reliable wicketkeeper-batter. His ability to capitalize on limited opportunities, including a century and three fifties, makes him a strong contender for the squad.
Sanjay Bangar also stated, “You have to give a place to Sanju Samson because he averages above 50 in ODI cricket. Add to that, he is a man in form as well.”
When compared to Rishabh Pant, Samson’s batting stats are significantly better, highlighting his consistency in white-ball cricket. Moreover, Samson’s wicketkeeping skills are nearly on par with Pant’s, making him a well-rounded option. His current form further solidifies his chances of overtaking Pant in the race for the role.
<h2> Who Will Keep Wickets?</h2>
KL Rahul, with his record-breaking wicketkeeping performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup and consistent contributions as a batter, emerges as the frontrunner for India’s primary wicketkeeper role. Sanju Samson, backed by Sanjay Bangar for his stellar ODI average of 56.66 and solid form, is a strong contender for the backup spot.
Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant’s exceptional wicketkeeping skills and proven Test success make him a valuable asset, though his inconsistent white-ball batting leaves room for improvement. Together, these options reflect India’s enviable depth in the wicketkeeping department heading into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. 
The weight is on KL Rahul to be the first-choice wicketkeeper. Shreyas Iyer is fit and actively playing cricket to provide a good balance in the team and in his presence, KL Rahul would be the best option. Sanju Samson would be a better batter and wicketkeeper in the backup if we take Stats into account. Rishabh Pant might have to wait for a while in the white ball cricket.

With KL Rahul’s consistency, Sanju Samson’s form, and Rishabh Pant’s agility, who should India trust as their wicketkeeper in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025? The race is closer than ever.

India’s wicketkeeping dilemma: Rahul’s reliability, Samson’s form, or Pant’s agility? A tough decision awaits ahead of the Champions Trophy.

Who Will Keep Wickets for India in ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant, or KL Rahul?

who-will-keep-wickets-for-india-in-icc-champions-trophy-2025-sanju-samson-rishabh-pant-or-kl-rahul-

The last few months have been below par for Team India in terms of performances. They didn't enjoy much time on the field. But everything can change as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is coming up, and India will be one of the favorites teams entering the tournament.
But can they do it without Jasprit Bumrah? Well, not many will give the Indian cricket team a chance if Bumrah doesn't take part in the upcoming event. That is the reason Rohit Sharma and his men are currently in big confusion over Bumrah's participation.
Notably, the pacer didn't bowl in the final innings of the fifth test at the SCG due to a fitness issue. Though it wasn't serious and we might see the name of Jasprit Bumrah in the Indian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, it will come with one condition.
<h2>Will Jasprit Bumrah be ready for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?</h2>
Notably, the last date to submit the provision squad for all teams is January 12. There is no doubt Bumrah will be part of the squad, but his participation in the tournament will be subject to his fitness. As reported by Hindustan Times, the pacer will only step on the field when he feels pain-free.
The report indicates that the pacer has reached New Zealand to consult Dr. Rowan Schouten, who is an orthopedic surgeon. He was the one that treated Bumrah back in 2023, when he suffered from a back injury. The report quoted, "The surgeon is in touch with BCCI’s medical team, and the selectors are expected to be informed.”
India are all set to host England for five T20Is and three ODIs before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The tour will begin on January 22 and will conclude on February 12, a week before India will play their first game of the Champions Trophy 2025. India will start their campaign with a game against Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai.
India are already struggling with the bad form of the batters. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are going through rough patches. Adding to that, there is no clarity over Mohammed Shami's return. The pacer has been playing at the domestic level, but he is not getting clearance from the NCA to play for India. And if Bumrah doesn't play, India will be under immense pressure.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/australia-suffered-a-massive-blow-after-josh-hazlewood-captain-pat-cummins-is-also-likely-to-miss-icc-champions-trophy-due-to-injury/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australia suffered a massive blow; after Josh Hazlewood, captain Pat Cummins is also likely to miss ICC Champions Trophy due to injury</a>

Jasprit Bumrah didn't bowl in the second innings of the fifth test against Australia at the SCG. He will be rested for the England series ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

India to miss Jasprit Bumrah in ICC Champions Trophy 2025? Ace pacer to travel to New Zealand to undergo scans - Reports

india-to-miss-jasprit-bumrah-in-icc-champions-trophy-2025-ace-pacer-to-travel-to-new-zealand-to-undergo-scans-reports

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is just a month away, and the two-time champion, Australia, have been hit with a couple of massive injury-related blows. Star pacer Josh Hazlewood, who was ruled out of the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, might not take part in the upcoming mega event, and now, there is another massive injury concern.
ODI captain Pat Cummins is likely to miss the coming event. This news has certainly hit the team and Australian fans, as the captain is a key member of the squad and has been nursing an ankle injury. His participation in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is hanging by a thin thread.
Notably, Australia are scheduled to tour Sri Lanka for two test matches ahead of the coming ICC event. Cummins has been rested, and Steve Smith has been given the captaincy duties for the upcoming series. Australia have already qualified for the World Test Championship final, which is why the coming tests don't hold much value and their result won't affect anything. Hence, Cricket Australia decided to give Cummins a rest.
<h2>Pat Cummins might miss the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to an ankle injury</h2>
The captain, Pat Cummins, played a crucial role in helping Australia win the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. He finished with the second-most wickets in the series after Jasprit Bumrah (32). Cummins took 25 wickets at an average of 21.36. He also scored 159 runs with the bat in this low-scoring series.
However, playing all five tests on the trot has seemed to have affected him, and the captain has sustained an ankle soreness. Meanwhile, the captain is on leave because of the birth of his second child, which was also one key reason for him missing the Sri Lanka tour. That's what George Bailey, the chief selector of Australia, also confirmed in one of his statements.
But the recent news has not just raised questions about his availablity but also his participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. He is set to undergo scans for his sore ankle. Bailey said, "We’ll have to wait and see when the scan comes back and see how it's tracking. There’s a little bit of work to do.”
That indicates that the two-time Champions Trophy winner are in jeopardy. If Cummins couldn't make it in time, then Mitchell Marsh is likely to lead Australia in the mega event, which will begin on February 19. Australia are placed in Group B, and they will begin their campaign on February 22 against England.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/icc-champions-trophy-2025-to-shift-from-pakistan-to-uae-completely-here-s-why/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to shift from Pakistan to UAE completely? Here's why</a>

Pat Cummins led Australia to to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy win after a wait of ten years. Cummins is likely to miss the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to injury.

Australia suffered a massive blow; after Josh Hazlewood, captain Pat Cummins is also likely to miss ICC Champions Trophy due to injury

australia-suffered-a-massive-blow-after-josh-hazlewood-captain-pat-cummins-is-also-likely-to-miss-icc-champions-trophy-due-to-injury

Australia Tour of Sri Lanka 2025: Australia, after having a dominating Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, are all set to tour Sri Lanka for a red-ball series. Cricket Australia have announced the squad for the tour today and Steve Smith is named captain of the side as Pat Cummins is rested.
Australia won the Border Gavaskar Trophy after a decade this year. The series started with Perth's loss for them and many ruled them out as a competition against India this time as well. But, they owned strong character and won three out of four test matches clinching the series 3-1. 
The entire bowling department was thoroughly in the best of their forms, the batting looked damped in the first two tests but by the end of BGT 2025, the entire batting lineup got some runs from their bat. 
<img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202412/image_430x256_676e141bad740.jpg" alt="">
Now, Australia has unveiled a 16-player squad for their upcoming two-match Test series in Sri Lanka, with a few surprising changes. Skipper Pat Cummins will miss the tour as he takes paternity leave to welcome his second child while continuing to recover from an ankle issue that plagued him throughout the home season.
Meanwhile, Mitchell Marsh, who was part of the team that triumphed over India, has been left out. Adding to the injury concerns, Josh Hazlewood remains unavailable due to the setback that sidelined him during the latter stages of the India series. These adjustments set the stage for an intriguing challenge as Australia gears up for the Sri Lankan Tests.
<h2>Australia Squad for Sri Lanka Tour</h2>
Steve Smith (C), Travis Head(VC), Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis, Nathan McSweeney, Beau Webster, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Cooper Connolly, Todd Murphy, Matt Kuhnemann, Sean Abbott
Australia's squad for the two-Test series in Sri Lanka signals a clear strategy to tackle spin-friendly conditions. With only two frontline pacers, Mitchell Starc and Sean Abbott, the focus has shifted firmly to spin.
Todd Murphy and Matt Kuhnemann join the experienced Nathan Lyon, creating a strong spin arsenal designed for the turning tracks of Galle. This balanced mix of experience and fresh talent shows how the selectors are adapting to the challenges of playing conditions in Sri Lanka.
On the batting front, Nathan McSweeney has earned a spot in the squad despite falling out of favor during the India series. Adding a fresh spark, young Cooper Connolly, a left-handed batter who can also bowl orthodox spin, has received his first-ever Test call-up. His inclusion not only reflects Australia’s faith in young talent but also highlights their intent to embrace versatility.
Sam Konstas also retained his spot in the side. Alex Carey and Josh Inglis are two wicket-keeping options and the presence of Vice Captain Travis Head provides an absolute balance to the squad. With these selections, Australia seems ready to take on the Sri Lankan conditions with both skill and strategy.
READ: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/icc-champions-trophy-2025-to-shift-from-pakistan-to-uae-completely-here-s-why/">ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to shift from Pakistan to UAE completely? Here's why</a> 
SOURCE- <a href="https://x.com/cricketcomau/status/1877160916057313759">CRICKET AUSTRALIA</a>

Australia's squad for the Sri Lanka Tests emphasizes spin with Lyon, Murphy, and Kuhnemann. McSweeney returns, while debutant Connolly adds versatility. Starc and Abbott lead a trimmed-pace attack.

Australia strengthens spin options for Sri Lanka Tests, recalls McSweeney, and includes debutant Connolly. Starc, Abbott lead reduced pace lineup.