Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood Ruled Out Of ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Australia's cricket team faces significant challenges ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with captain Pat Cummins and senior pacer Josh Hazlewood ruled out due to injuries. Cummins is still recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while Hazlewood is dealing with a hip issue. Their absence, combined with all-rounder Marcus Stoinis' sudden retirement from ODIs and Mitchell Marsh's withdrawal due to a back injury, forces Australia to make four changes to their preliminary squad. National selection panel chair George Bailey acknowledged the disappointment but also highlighted the opportunity for other players to step up. The Champions Trophy is set to start on February 19, with Australia's campaign beginning against England on February 22. The injury concerns also cast doubt on Cummins and Hazlewood's participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League.