Mitchell Marsh Out of Champions Trophy and IPL Doubt

Australia's all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to persistent lower back pain, which has not responded well to rehabilitation efforts. Cricket Australia announced that Marsh will continue with an extended period of rest and rehabilitation, raising doubts about his participation in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) as well, where he was set to play for Lucknow Super Giants. The injury setback follows his recent struggles in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and limited participation in the Big Bash League. With Marsh's absence, the national selection committee will soon decide on a replacement for the Champions Trophy squad. Marsh's fitness has been a recurring issue, impacting his form and ability to contribute significantly in recent matches. The situation has also led to discussions about potential changes in the leadership and batting lineup for the Australian team.