Big Boost for Australia Ahead of T20 World Cup — Star Players Return

Australia have received a major boost ahead of the T20 World Cup with the return of several key players to the preliminary squad.

Chief selector George Bailey confirmed that Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Tim David—who were not part of the recent series against India—are making steady progress in their recovery and are expected to be available for the global tournament.

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Selectors Confident About Player Availability

Speaking about the squad announcement, Bailey said the three players are recovering well and the selection panel is confident they will be fit in time for the World Cup.

He clarified that the announced squad is preliminary, adding that changes can be made during the preparation period if required.

“This is an initial squad. We will remain flexible and make adjustments if the need arises,” Bailey stated.

Pakistan Series Squad to Be Announced Later

The chief selector also revealed that Australia’s squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Pakistan will be announced at a later stage.

The decision allows selectors to closely monitor player fitness and workload management ahead of the busy international calendar.

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Australia’s Preliminary T20 World Cup Squad

The squad includes a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talent:

• Mitchell Marsh (Captain)

• Xavier Bartlett

• Cooper Connolly

• Nathan Ellis

• Pat Cummins

• Tim David

• Cameron Green

• Josh Hazlewood

• Travis Head

• Josh Inglis

• Matthew Kuhnemann

• Glenn Maxwell

• Matthew Short

• Marcus Stoinis

• Adam Zampa

T20 World Cup Schedule

It is worth noting that the T20 World Cup will begin on February 7, with matches scheduled to be played in India and Sri Lanka.

Australia will be aiming to enter the tournament at full strength as they prepare to challenge for another ICC title.

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