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Australia Faces Injury Setback as Mitchell Marsh is Set To Miss Champions Trophy 2025

Mitchell Marsh Out of Champions Trophy 2025 Injury Update

Australia who will enter the tournament with an aim to dominate the event and clinch the title have faced a major setback appearing in the form of an injury for their all-rounder Mitchell Marsh. Let’s have a look into, Mitchell Marsh out of Champions Trophy 2025 Injury Update.

What does it mean for Australia?

Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out due to a persistent back injury, and it’s difficult to see him play again this season, including in the IPL 2025. This comes after a challenging year, wherein Marsh has been consistently struggling with his fitness, losing his Test position to Beau Webster during the BGT 2024-25. His back issues lower back pain and dysfunction,have not improved despite various rehabilitation efforts, leading to a longer recovery period.

His absence adds a significant barrier for Australia, especially since Marsh played a major role in their 2023 ODI World Cup victory. His leadership as T20I captain and stand-in ODI captain has also impacted their gameplan, leaving Australia needing to adjust their squad plans. Australia must now reanalise their strategies for the Champions Trophy. This setback comes at a crucial time as Australia gears up for the upcoming high-profile tournament.

Key Replacements

Cooper Connolly, who impressed during the recent BBL season, he scored 351 runs at an average of 50.14 and a strike rate of 131.46. As a left-handed top-order batter, he provides much-needed balance in a dominated right-handed squad. Connolly also bowls left-arm off-spin, with 15 wickets in 25 white-ball matches, making him valuable in spin-friendly conditions.

Mitchell Owen starred with a match-winning century in the BBL final, topping the run charts with 452 runs at a strike rate of 203.60. Despite struggles in List-A tournaments, his recent form could earn him a Champions Trophy spot.

Tim David’s explosive batting was key to Hobart Hurricanes BBL victory, scoring 254 runs at a strike rate of 177.62. Though his ODI opportunities have been limited, David’s domestic success and all-round skills could make him a valuable asset for Australia in the Champions Trophy.

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Points Table

WPL 2025
ICC Champions Trophy, 2025
TeamsMWLTDN/RPTNRR
Mumbai Indians Women 4 3 1 0 0 0 6 0.78
Delhi Capitals Women 5 3 2 0 0 0 6 -0.22
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women 4 2 2 0 0 0 4 0.62
UP Warriorz Women 5 2 3 0 0 0 4 -0.12
Gujarat Giants Women 4 1 3 0 0 0 2 -0.97

Group A

TeamsMWLTDN/RPTNRR
New Zealand 2 2 0 0 0 0 4 0.86
India 2 2 0 0 0 0 4 0.65
Bangladesh 3 0 2 0 0 1 1 -0.44
Pakistan 3 0 2 0 0 1 1 -1.09

Group B

TeamsMWLTDN/RPTNRR
South Africa 2 1 0 0 0 1 3 2.14
Australia 2 1 0 0 0 1 3 0.47
Afghanistan 2 1 1 0 0 0 2 -0.99
England 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 -0.3

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