Australia Announces Squad for T20 World Cup 2026

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Australia Announces Squad for T20 World Cup 2026: Cricket Australia has geared up for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Australia has announced its 15-member preliminary squad for this mega tournament. The biggest news in this team is the return of veteran fast bowlers and a star all-rounder, who have been struggling with injuries for some time.

Star Players Return: Cummins, Hazlewood and Tim David Fit

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The Australian selectors have shown faith in experienced players. The main names in the team are Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and power-hitter Tim David. All three players are currently in recovery mode after injuries, but considering their importance for a big stage like the World Cup, they have been included in the squad.

• Pat Cummins: Cummins has been struggling with a back injury and was only seen in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide recently. His scan at the end of this month will determine his role in the final team.
• Josh Hazlewood: Hazlewood, who missed the Ashes due to hamstring and Achilles injuries, will strengthen the Australian bowling attack with his return.
• Tim David: Tim David, who suffered a Grade Two hamstring injury during the Big Bash League (BBL), is now working hard to prove his fitness.

Selectors' Confidence: "Players are Recovering"

Amidst fitness concerns, chief selector George Bailey has adopted a positive approach. He clarified that all three key players are recovering as expected. Bailey expressed confidence that they will all be fully available by the time the World Cup begins.

"We are confident that our key players will be fit at the right time. Their recovery process is going well and the team balance is excellent."
— George Bailey (Chairman, Selectors)

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Australia's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026

Player Name	Role
Mitchell Marsh	Captain / All-rounder
Pat Cummins	Fast bowler
Josh Hazlewood	Fast bowler
Travis Head	Opening batsman
Glenn Maxwell	All-rounder
Adam Zampa	Spinner
Tim David	Finisher / All-rounder
Cameron Green	All-rounder
Josh Inglis	Wicketkeeper / Batsman
Marcus Stoinis	All-rounder
Nathan Ellis	Fast bowler
Xavier Bartlett	Fast bowler
Cooper Connolly	Young batsman
Matthew Kuhnemann	Spinner
Matthew Short	All-rounder

Mitchell Marsh will lead the team in this World Cup. The team features a good mix of young and experienced players:

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