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Australia T20 World Cup 2026 Squad Announced: Cricket Australia (CA) has announced its final 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, which starts next month. This year's team selection has seen some surprising decisions that have sent shockwaves through the cricket world. Big names like veteran bowler Pat Cummins and experienced batsman Steve Smith will not be part of this mega event.
Pat Cummins Ruled Out of T20 World Cup Due to Injury
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The worst news for Australian fans is the exclusion of Pat Cummins from the team. A back injury sustained during the Ashes series has completely ruled him out of the World Cup.
- A Major Setback: Cummins was initially included in the provisional squad, and it was hoped he would be fit by the second half of the tournament.
- The Long Wait Continues: He has been away from the field since the Adelaide Test in December. According to chief selector Tony Dodemaide, he needs more time to fully recover.
Ben Dwarshuis Replaces Pat Cummins for the T20 World Cup
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Left-arm fast bowler Ben Dwarshuis has been given a chance in place of Cummins. Dwarshuis not only brings variety to the bowling attack but is also an excellent fielder and a useful lower-order batsman.
Matthew Short Dropped, Matt Renshaw Included
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Another major change, considering the team combination, has been made in the batting department.
- Matthew Short: He has been dropped from the team due to poor form.
- Matt Renshaw: Renshaw has been preferred due to his excellent technique against spin and being a left-handed batsman. Tony Dodemaide believes that Renshaw has proven himself in various roles in domestic cricket and the BBL.
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Key Players Return Fit: Hazlewood and Tim David
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In a relief for Australia, three key players have passed their fitness tests
- Josh Hazlewood: He was sidelined for a long time due to a side strain, but is now ready to return.
- Tim David: After missing the BBL and the Pakistan series, David is now fully fit and will play the role of a finisher.
- Nathan Ellis: Ellis has also proven his fitness in time.
Australia's Final Squad for the T20 World Cup 2026
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh | Captain / All-rounder |
| Xavier Bartlett | Fast Bowler |
| Cooper Connolly | All-rounder |
| Tim David | Batsman |
| Ben Dwarshuis | Fast Bowler |
| Cameron Green | All-rounder |
| Nathan Ellis | Fast Bowler |
| Josh Hazlewood | Fast Bowler |
| Travis Head | Opener |
| Josh Inglis | Wicketkeeper |
| Matthew Kuhnemann | Spinner |
| Glenn Maxwell | All-rounder |
| Matt Renshaw | Batsman |
| Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder |
| Adam Zampa | Spinner |
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