Australia Names ODI Squad Amid Line-up Changes

Teenager Sam Konstas has been named in the Australia A squad to face India A, signaling his potential inclusion in the Test squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Australia faces changes in its line-up, with Cameron Green undergoing surgery and Steve Smith returning to the middle order after an unsuccessful stint as an opener. Pat Cummins returns to lead Australia in a three-match ODI series against Pakistan, with matches serving as preparation for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head will miss the series due to paternity leave, providing opportunities for players like Jake Fraser-McGurk and Marcus Stoinis. The ODIs against Pakistan are crucial for finalizing the squad for the Champions Trophy and the subsequent Test series against India. This period marks significant transitions and opportunities for Australian cricket amid injury and personnel changes.