Australia Announces ODI and T20 Squads for Home Series Against England
MELBOURNE:Cricket Australia has announced its One-Day International (ODI) and T20 squads for the upcoming home series against England, with Mitchell Marsh named captain of both sides.
According to Cricket Australia, the ODI squad is being selected with the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup in mind, while the T20 squad has been shaped keeping the Los Angeles Olympics and the T20 World Cup in view.
Chief selector George Bailey said the series would provide several players with an opportunity to showcase their abilities against a strong opposition.
He added that several players had returned to the squads, with selections made while considering future series and major tournaments.
The Australian T20 squad features a number of promising young performers, while Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood have been rested from the ODI squad.
The five T20 matches against England will be played on November 21, 24, 27 and 29, and December 2. The three ODIs are scheduled for November 13, 15 and 18.
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