Australia Cricket Team updated squad for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 announced

Australia will play India in their opening encounter of ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

The cricketing fans are buzzing with excitement as ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 dates are coming closer, with India gearing up to host this prestigious event, scheduled to kick off on October 5 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The tournament will witness the clash of the cricketing giants, and among them stands the five-time champions, Australia, with high hopes of clinching yet another title.

Australia's journey in this tournament will begin on October 8, when they take on the host nation, India, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Australian team have a significant advantage in this competition due to the familiarity of their players with Indian pitches and conditions, largely thanks to their participation in Indian Premier League. This experience on sub-continental soil is expected to give them an edge.

Cricket Australia announced their squad on 6th September.

Cricket Australia (CA) made a significant announcement on 6th September by announcing the 15-members squad who will represent Australia in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in India. Leading this formidable line-up will be none other than the talented Pat Cummins. However, the team's composition also raises eyebrows as it includes several key players, such as Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, and Mitchell Starc, who have been determined to make their mark on this mega event.

Australia lost the ODI series against India 1-2 before the start of the World Cup but they will surely be looking to lift the the trophy on November 19th 2023 for the record sixth time. After announcing their squad they made one change to their squad Marnus Labuschagne came in for Ashton Agar.

Australia final squad for World Cup: Pat Cummins (c), David Warner, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Sean Abbott, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa, Marnus Labuschagne