Australia registered back-to-back wins against India as they pocketed the ODI series 2-0 on Thursday (Oct 23). Playing at the Adelaide Oval in the second of three ODI matches, Australia beat India by two wickets after Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61) played crucial knocks. India will now look to salvage pride in the final ODI when they face the Aussies on Saturday at Sydney Cricket Ground.<h2>Australia clinch ODI series</h2>Tasked to chase 265 runs to win, Australia made a decent start to their innings as openers Mitchell Marsh (11) and Travis Head (28) put a stand of 30 runs. The Aussies would then lose wickets after consistent intervals, but sure, they were in the contest. Wade and Connolly’s partnership proved decisive for the hosts as they scored their respective fifties. Despite India’s decent show with the ball, they could not stop Australia from dominating the contest.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>

In the end, a late bowling display was not enough for India to rescue the match as the Men in Blue could not prevent the defeat. Matt Renshaw (30) and Mitchell Owen (36) saw the team from Down Under register a vital win with 22 balls to spare.&nbsp;For India, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar all ended with two wickets each but were unable to avoid the defeat. The defeat also means India’s five-match unbeaten run at the Adelaide Oval comes to an end.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>What happened in Indian innings?</h2>Earlier, Team India fought back to post a fighting 264 for nine in 50 overs. Following a shaky start (losing two wickets for 17 inside the seventh over), also including batting giant Virat Kohli’s rare twin duck in this series, the visiting side rode on Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer’s fifties and a late blitz from Axar Patel and the tail to give themselves a chance in this do-or-die match. For Australia, seamer Xavier Bartlett picked up three wickets for 39, but their best bowler was spinner Adam Zampa, who returned with four to his name in his ten overs.&nbsp;The two teams will now meet in the final ODI on Saturday as India will have pride at stake, while eyes will be on Virat, who failed yet again.

Playing at the Adelaide Oval in the second of three ODI matches, Australia beat India by two wickets after Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61) played crucial knocks.

Australia registered back-to-back wins against India as they pocketed the ODI series 2-0 on Thursday (Oct 23). Playing at the Adelaide Oval in the second of three ODI matches, Australia beat India by two wickets after Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61) played crucial knocks. India will now look to salvage pride in the final ODI when they face the Aussies on Saturday at Sydney Cricket Ground. Australia clinch ODI series Tasked to chase 265 runs to win, Australia made a decent start to their innings as openers Mitchell Marsh (11) and Travis Head (28) put a stand of 30 runs. The Aussies would then lose wickets after consistent intervals, but sure, they were in the contest. Wade and Connolly’s partnership proved decisive for the hosts as they scored their respective fifties. Despite India’s decent show with the ball, they could not stop Australia from dominating the contest. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more

Playing at the Adelaide Oval in the second of three ODI matches, Australia beat India by two wickets after Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61) played crucial knocks.

IND vs AUS, 2nd ODI: Short, Connolly end India’s unbeaten run in Adelaide as hosts pocket series 2-0

Cricket Australia roped in all-rounder Cooper Connolly as Matt Short&rsquo;s replacement for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy" rel="dofollow">Champions Trophy</a> knockouts. Short, who opened in this competition, suffered a quad injury against Afghanistan and got <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/champions-trophy-2025-australia-faces-setback-as-matthew-short-injured-ahead-of-semifinals-8767259" rel="dofollow">ruled out for being unable to recover in time</a> for the scheduled semis clash. The former two-time winners will face-off against India in the first semi-final on Tuesday (Mar 4) in Dubai.
Spin was the focal point between the just-concluded India and New Zealand tie in Dubai, which <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/live-score-online-ind-vs-nz-champions-trophy-2025-india-vs-new-zealand-live-today-cricket-match-from-dubai-toss-ball-by-ball-commentary-8770619" rel="dofollow">India won by 44 runs</a>, with Indian spinners picking nine of the ten fallen wickets.
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Considering the conditions and how the pitch will likely behave (in the semis), the left-arm spinner Connolly could press his case for an ICC debut. He was part of the travelling reserves and was added to the main squad late Sunday night.
<h2>Selection headache for Australia</h2>
Australia is already without several first-team players, including star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh (at the top) and the veteran pace trio of regular captain Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.
Even with a new and inexperienced bowling attack at the helm, Australia managed to qualify for the semis despite completing just one game in the group stages, with rain affecting the results in the remaining two.
Short, a last-minute addition to the squad, is also now ruled out, leaving Australia with just one spare batter in Jake Fraser-McGurk. Though he hasn't proved his mettle in the seven ODIs played (thus far), scoring 98 runs at 14, he is a like-to-like switch for Short at the top. In another scenario where Australia decide to play an extra spinner, it would be a toss-up between Connolly and Tanveer Sangha, the leg-spinner.
<h3>Zampa addresses Dubai conditions</h3>
Unlike India, who stayed in one city and played all their matches there, Australia, among the seven remaining participating teams, travelled across two cities (Lahore and Rawalpindi in Pakistan) for their league matches before flying to Dubai for the crucial semis clash.
Commenting on playing in different conditions with the marquee players&rsquo; limitation, Zampa said the selection headache will remain whilst addressing what it&rsquo;s like bowling in Dubai and Pakistan.&nbsp;
"We've obviously had a bit of a hectic schedule, playing a couple of games in Pakistan, back and forth in between cities, but I think with the nature of this tournament," Zampa said.
"It changes a little bit," Zampa said of the conditions between Pakistan and Dubai. "Potentially slower lower wickets, so there might be an opportunity to create a few more chances, we'll see,&rdquo; he added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Cricket: The former two-time winners Australia will face off against India in the first semi-final of Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday (Mar 4) in Dubai.

Cricket Australia roped in all-rounder Cooper Connolly as Matt Short’s replacement for the Champions Trophy knockouts. Short, who opened in this competition, suffered a quad injury against Afghanistan and got ruled out for being unable to recover in time for the scheduled semis clash. The former two-time winners will face-off against India in the first semi-final on Tuesday (Mar 4) in Dubai. Spin was the focal point between the just-concluded India and New Zealand tie in Dubai, which India won by 44 runs, with Indian spinners picking nine of the ten fallen wickets. Also read | Varun Chakaravarthy has got something different, creates good selection headache: Rohit Sharma Considering the conditions and how the pitch will likely behave (in the semis), the left-arm spinner Connolly could press his case for an ICC debut. He was part of the travelling reserves and was added to the main squad late Sunday night. Selection headache for Australia Australia is already without several first-team players, including star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh (at the top) and the veteran pace trio of regular captain Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. Even with a new and inexperienced bowling attack at the helm, Australia managed to qualify for the semis despite completing just one game in the group stages, with rain affecting the results in the remaining two. Short, a last-minute addition to the squad, is also now ruled out, leaving Australia with just one spare batter in Jake Fraser-McGurk. Though he hasn't proved his mettle in the seven ODIs played (thus far), scoring 98 runs at 14, he is a like-to-like switch for Short at the top. In another scenario where Australia decide to play an extra spinner, it would be a toss-up between Connolly and Tanveer Sangha, the leg-spinner. Zampa addresses Dubai conditions Unlike India, who stayed in one city and played all their matches there, Australia, among the seven remaining participating teams, travelled across two cities (Lahore and Rawalpindi in Pakistan) for their league matches before flying to Dubai for the crucial semis clash. Commenting on playing in different conditions with the marquee players’ limitation, Zampa said the selection headache will remain whilst addressing what it’s like bowling in Dubai and Pakistan. "We've obviously had a bit of a hectic schedule, playing a couple of games in Pakistan, back and forth in between cities, but I think with the nature of this tournament," Zampa said. "It changes a little bit," Zampa said of the conditions between Pakistan and Dubai. "Potentially slower lower wickets, so there might be an opportunity to create a few more chances, we'll see,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Australia announce Short’s replacement for Champions Trophy knockouts

Australia have been dealt a major blow ahead of the ICC&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy">Champions Trophy</a> 2025 semi-finals, as opener Matthew Short sustained a calf injury on Friday (Feb 28), according to the ICC.
Short was injured while fielding and appeared hampered during his quickfire knock of 20 runs at the top of the order before rain led to the abandonment of Australia's match against Afghanistan in Lahore. Despite the nill result, Australia secured a place in next week's semi-finals, with their opponent yet to be determined based on the final two group-stage matches.
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Australia will face either India or New Zealand in the semi-finals. If drawn against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rohit-sharma">Rohit Sharma</a>'s India, they will have to travel to Dubai for the crucial encounter.
<h2 data-start="664" data-end="833">'He wasn't moving well'</h2>
Skipper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/steve-smith">Steve Smith</a> acknowledged Short&rsquo;s unavailability for the semi-final, indicating that the turnaround time between matches is too short for him to recover.&nbsp;"I think he'll be struggling. We saw tonight that he wasn't moving well, and I think it's probably too soon for him to recover in time," Smith said, as quoted by the ICC.
With Short likely to miss out, Australia may have to reshuffle their batting lineup. Inexperienced top-order batter Jake Fraser-McGurk appears to be the frontrunner to replace him, while Smith himself could move up the order alongside Travis Head, allowing the team to include an extra bowler.
Australia&rsquo;s squad also features all-rounders Sean Abbott and Aaron Hardie, along with leg-spinner <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tanveer-sangha">Tanveer Sangha</a>, any of whom could be considered for the semi-final clash.
"We have a few guys who can step in and do the job, and we are looking forward to that," Smith added.
Australia squad: Steve Smith (captain), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa.
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Cricket: Short picked up the injury while fielding and appeared hampered during his quickfire knock of 20 runs at the top of the order along with Travis Head

Australia have been dealt a major blow ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finals, as opener Matthew Short sustained a calf injury on Friday (Feb 28), according to the ICC. Short was injured while fielding and appeared hampered during his quickfire knock of 20 runs at the top of the order before rain led to the abandonment of Australia's match against Afghanistan in Lahore. Despite the nill result, Australia secured a place in next week's semi-finals, with their opponent yet to be determined based on the final two group-stage matches. Also Read: Champions Trophy 2025: Here's how Afghanistan can qualify for the semis after Australia washout Australia will face either India or New Zealand in the semi-finals. If drawn against Rohit Sharma's India, they will have to travel to Dubai for the crucial encounter. 'He wasn't moving well' Skipper Steve Smith acknowledged Short’s unavailability for the semi-final, indicating that the turnaround time between matches is too short for him to recover. "I think he'll be struggling. We saw tonight that he wasn't moving well, and I think it's probably too soon for him to recover in time," Smith said, as quoted by the ICC. With Short likely to miss out, Australia may have to reshuffle their batting lineup. Inexperienced top-order batter Jake Fraser-McGurk appears to be the frontrunner to replace him, while Smith himself could move up the order alongside Travis Head, allowing the team to include an extra bowler. Australia’s squad also features all-rounders Sean Abbott and Aaron Hardie, along with leg-spinner Tanveer Sangha, any of whom could be considered for the semi-final clash. "We have a few guys who can step in and do the job, and we are looking forward to that," Smith added. Australia squad: Steve Smith (captain), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa. (With inputs from agencies)

Champions Trophy 2025: Australia face setback as Matthew Short injured ahead of semifinals

England all-rounder Liam Livingstone capped off his 50th T20I game with a stunning show, with both bat and ball, against Australia to level the three-match series 1-1 on Friday (Sep 13). The right-handed batter, dropped from the ODIs, continues his Midas touch with the ball in hand, picking two wickets in the first innings, and later crushed Australia’s chances of winning the series with his brilliant knock of 87 off 47 balls. England won the second T20I by three wickets.

Besides, fellow all-rounder Jacob Bethell, playing only his second international game, slammed a stunning 44 off just 24 balls, taking down one of Australia’s white-ball greats, Adam Zampa, for 20 runs off one over. Captain Phil Salt powered the run chase with 39 off 23 upfront.

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However, the silver lining for Australia in the second innings was Matthew Short’s maiden five-wicket haul.

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Australia batted first, with Jake Fraser-McGurk included in the XI. Following a blistering start, with Travis Head going bonkers again, Australia looked like breaching the 200-run-mark, but two wickets inside the first ten overs dented their plans.&nbsp;

McGurk was on song playing at number three as he smashed his maiden T20I fifty, scoring 50 off 31 balls, including hitting four fours and two sixes.

Josh Inglis, who scored a hundred against Scotland in the previous series, kept the run-rate intact with a beautiful-looking 42 off 26 balls.&nbsp;

Though all-rounders Marcus Stoinis and Tim David departed early, late striking from Cameron Green and Aaron Hardie saw Australia post 193 for six.

<h2>England return to winning ways</h2>

After going down chasing in the first T20I, England made amends to their approach in this game by taking the attack from the word go.&nbsp;

Their blistering start was enough for them to stay on the right track, and later, with impactful outings from two all-rounders, England sealed the deal.

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Short was impressive in his brief stint, but England managed to walk away with a win.

The third and deciding T20I will take place at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday (Sep 15).&nbsp;

England all-rounder Liam Livingstone capped off his 50th T20I game with a stunning show, with both bat and ball, against Australia to level the three-match series 1-1 on Friday (Sep 13).

England all-rounder Liam Livingstone capped off his 50th T20I game with a stunning show, with both bat and ball, against Australia to level the three-match series 1-1 on Friday (Sep 13). The right-handed batter, dropped from the ODIs, continues his Midas touch with the ball in hand, picking two wickets in the first innings, and later crushed Australia’s chances of winning the series with his brilliant knock of 87 off 47 balls. England won the second T20I by three wickets. Besides, fellow all-rounder Jacob Bethell, playing only his second international game, slammed a stunning 44 off just 24 balls, taking down one of Australia’s white-ball greats, Adam Zampa, for 20 runs off one over. Captain Phil Salt powered the run chase with 39 off 23 upfront. Back-to-back-to-back maximums from Salty! 💪 Live clips: https://t.co/zd6mj52hLC 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #ENGvAUS 🇦🇺 | #EnglandCricket pic.twitter.com/cEjuyr68Dk — England Cricket (@englandcricket) September 13, 2024 × However, the silver lining for Australia in the second innings was Matthew Short’s maiden five-wicket haul. ALSO READ: Pakistan’s treatment of Azam Khan shattered his confidence, says father Moin Australia batted first, with Jake Fraser-McGurk included in the XI. Following a blistering start, with Travis Head going bonkers again, Australia looked like breaching the 200-run-mark, but two wickets inside the first ten overs dented their plans. McGurk was on song playing at number three as he smashed his maiden T20I fifty, scoring 50 off 31 balls, including hitting four fours and two sixes. Josh Inglis, who scored a hundred against Scotland in the previous series, kept the run-rate intact with a beautiful-looking 42 off 26 balls. Though all-rounders Marcus Stoinis and Tim David departed early, late striking from Cameron Green and Aaron Hardie saw Australia post 193 for six. England return to winning ways After going down chasing in the first T20I, England made amends to their approach in this game by taking the attack from the word go. Their blistering start was enough for them to stay on the right track, and later, with impactful outings from two all-rounders, England sealed the deal. Livi is going OFF! 🔥 Live clips: https://t.co/zd6mj52hLC 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #ENGvAUS 🇦🇺 | @IGcom pic.twitter.com/u0URfoUIGP — England Cricket (@englandcricket) September 13, 2024 × Short was impressive in his brief stint, but England managed to walk away with a win. The third and deciding T20I will take place at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday (Sep 15).

ENG v AUS 2024, 2nd T20I: Liam Livingstone stars in England’s series-leveling win in Cardiff

Since David Warner’s international retirement, rookie opener Jake Fraser-McGurk was expected to be his replacement in the shorter formats; however, the selectors are not too convinced with him at the moment, with all-rounder Matthew Short pressing his case for a permanent spot at the top. Following his superb outing against England in the first T20I on Wednesday (Sep 11), where he scored 41 off 26 balls, Short cleared his intentions of filling Warner’s shoes in the ODIs and T20Is.

Despite Short missing the Scotland T20Is for the birth of his first child, McGurk failed to deliver at the top, registering 17 dots in 23 balls faced.&nbsp;

The lanky all-rounder, however, admitted knowing about opening with Travis Head a night before the first game against England, which Australia won by 28 runs.

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"I only found out last night," Short said after the first T20I.&nbsp;

"Obviously, with Davey Warner out, you sort of know that the spot's opened up. But then Jake Fraser-McGurk has been playing the last few games in Scotland, so you never know where you sit. But I'm glad I sort of took that opportunity tonight and played my role to help the team with a win tonight.

"It's a personal sort of goal of mine. I've been in and out of the side recently over the last 12-18 months. Now Dave is out, I'm really trying to take this opportunity and cement my spot in this side,” he continued.

<h2>Short strikes gold at top</h2>

Although he has batted lower down the order twice in the T20Is, striking at 126.66, Short's strike rate while batting in&nbsp;the top three has shot up to 186 in the past seven outings, reflecting how well he adapted at the top.&nbsp;

With Head, who is in the form of his life, the pair screams danger for the opposition.

"It's a pretty clear game plan from the coaching staff. Just go out there with freedom and take the positive options. Trav and I sort of go into the games with that mindset,” he said.

Meanwhile, McGurk remains one of Australia’s best bets at the top order, mainly in the shortest format. His numbers in the IPL 2024 for Delhi Capitals, wherein he notched up two 15-ball fifties - quickest for the franchise, is a testament to his unparalleled potential.&nbsp;Former Australia great and DC head coach Ricky Ponting recently admitted on the Sky Sports Cricket podcast that his game still needs refining.&nbsp;

Besides, Australia’s T20I captain Mitchell Marsh also threw weight behind McGurk, saying there is no pressure on him to succeed immediately in international cricket.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Since David Warner’s international retirement, rookie opener Jake Fraser-McGurk was expected to be his replacement in the shorter formats; however, the selectors are not too convinced with him at the moment, with all-rounder Matthew Short pressing his case for a permanent spot at the top.

Since David Warner’s international retirement, rookie opener Jake Fraser-McGurk was expected to be his replacement in the shorter formats; however, the selectors are not too convinced with him at the moment, with all-rounder Matthew Short pressing his case for a permanent spot at the top. Following his superb outing against England in the first T20I on Wednesday (Sep 11), where he scored 41 off 26 balls, Short cleared his intentions of filling Warner’s shoes in the ODIs and T20Is. Despite Short missing the Scotland T20Is for the birth of his first child, McGurk failed to deliver at the top, registering 17 dots in 23 balls faced. The lanky all-rounder, however, admitted knowing about opening with Travis Head a night before the first game against England, which Australia won by 28 runs. ALSO READ: 4, 4, 6, 6, 6, 4! Travis Head smashes Sam Curran for 30 runs in an over during Eng vs Aus 1st T20I - Watch "I only found out last night," Short said after the first T20I. "Obviously, with Davey Warner out, you sort of know that the spot's opened up. But then Jake Fraser-McGurk has been playing the last few games in Scotland, so you never know where you sit. But I'm glad I sort of took that opportunity tonight and played my role to help the team with a win tonight. "It's a personal sort of goal of mine. I've been in and out of the side recently over the last 12-18 months. Now Dave is out, I'm really trying to take this opportunity and cement my spot in this side,” he continued. Short strikes gold at top Although he has batted lower down the order twice in the T20Is, striking at 126.66, Short's strike rate while batting in the top three has shot up to 186 in the past seven outings, reflecting how well he adapted at the top. With Head, who is in the form of his life, the pair screams danger for the opposition. "It's a pretty clear game plan from the coaching staff. Just go out there with freedom and take the positive options. Trav and I sort of go into the games with that mindset,” he said. Meanwhile, McGurk remains one of Australia’s best bets at the top order, mainly in the shortest format. His numbers in the IPL 2024 for Delhi Capitals, wherein he notched up two 15-ball fifties - quickest for the franchise, is a testament to his unparalleled potential. Former Australia great and DC head coach Ricky Ponting recently admitted on the Sky Sports Cricket podcast that his game still needs refining. Besides, Australia’s T20I captain Mitchell Marsh also threw weight behind McGurk, saying there is no pressure on him to succeed immediately in international cricket. (With inputs from agencies)

Not Fraser-McGurk, but selectors pin hope on Matthew Short to fill Warner’s shoes in ODIs, T20Is

Cricket’s newest sensation, Jake Fraser-McGurk, is added to Australia’s travelling reserve alongside all-rounder Matthew Short for the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the USA.

Cricket’s newest sensation, Jake Fraser-McGurk, is added to Australia’s travelling reserve alongside all-rounder Matthew Short for the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the USA. Fraser’s blockbuster IPL debut turned heads all across, including during the squad selection for the 20-team tournament starting June 2, head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed. Although he failed to break into the final 15 for the marquee event (and understandably so, given how stacked the top order is) the selectors couldn’t resist picking him eventually. As he travels with the senior squad for the first time since making his international debut early this year, McGurk will use this chance as a learning experience, preparing better for the future. McGurk hogged the limelight last year for smashing the quickest hundred in List A cricket (playing for South Australia) and soon got picked for the West Indies ODIs earlier this year. Though none of the 10 IPL teams picked him in the 2023 December auction, Delhi Capitals roped him in as an injury replacement midway into the tournament. The right-handed batter quickly made his mark by notching up 330 runs in nine matches, striking at 234.04, including four fifties, two of which came in 15 deliveries. His inclusion changed Delhi’s stance on the points table as they found momentum and returned to winning ways after a shaky start this season. ALSO READ: IPL 2024: 'We will go back...,' Nita Ambani on Mumbai Indians' 'disappointing' season Speaking on the same lines, Australia's head coach admitted that Fraser’s performance forced them to change plans at the last moment. "There's no doubt that he did turn our heads, and he was a huge discussion when it comes to the final 15," McDonald said in a chat with SEN radio. "He was running hot, and there's no doubt he will run hot into the future. "There's no doubt what he did in the IPL; he lit it up; he's an extraordinary talent, and he's going to give fans much delight across the journey. In discussing the 15-man squad, we needed to cover all bases in the way we wanted to play, and there was a lot of building that went into that over a period of time,” he added. Warner, Marsh’s injury status Outgoing veteran batter David Warner and T20I captain Mitchell Marsh are nearing full fitness from respective injuries while playing for DC in IPL 2024. McDonald revealed both will be fit for Australia’s first game against Oman on June 5, adding that Marsh will not bowl early in the tournament due to a slower-than-expected return from his hamstring injury. "We believe he's fully fit, everything he says he's fully fit…we have no fears that he won't be fit and fully available," McDonald said of Warner.

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Australia batter Matthew Short is ready to take up the opportunity in the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies, especially in T20I given that the ICC T20 World Cup is scheduled to be played in June later this year. Notably, Short was named Player of the Tournament for the second time in a row in Australia's domestic T20 tournament Big Bash League (BBL). He plays for Adelaide Strikers in BBL and the team made it to the challengers match this season before bowing out.

"I've got this opportunity and if I take it with both hands and do really well then I don't see a reason why I can't be looked at in the future in a full-strength squad," he said while talking to the reporters on Wednesday (Jan 31) at Australia Cricket's award ceremony.

"One of (the selectors') main messages once you come into this environment is not to change the way you play; you're here for a reason with what you do back at state level or in the BBL.

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"It's been a long road to get to that stage, plenty of ups and downs but the consistency for the last three years has been massive for me.

"I think that's probably what's got me to this point now, is stringing a few seasons together and the next challenge is to be able to take that into international cricket.

"I'm definitely putting a big emphasis on putting those last couple of years behind me now and hopefully lead that into some consistent form in the Aussie colours.

"Every opportunity is huge, especially with the white-ball stuff coming up and the T20 World Cup, so any opportunity you really need to make the most of it with how strong the team is going at the moment," he added.

Short has been named in both ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming dual series against West Indies which starts on February 2.

Australia batter Matthew Short is ready to take up the opportunity in the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies, especially in T20I given that the ICC T20 World Cup is scheduled to be played in June later this year.

Australia batter Matthew Short is ready to take up the opportunity in the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies, especially in T20I given that the ICC T20 World Cup is scheduled to be played in June later this year. Notably, Short was named Player of the Tournament for the second time in a row in Australia's domestic T20 tournament Big Bash League (BBL). He plays for Adelaide Strikers in BBL and the team made it to the challengers match this season before bowing out. "I've got this opportunity and if I take it with both hands and do really well then I don't see a reason why I can't be looked at in the future in a full-strength squad," he said while talking to the reporters on Wednesday (Jan 31) at Australia Cricket's award ceremony. "One of (the selectors') main messages once you come into this environment is not to change the way you play; you're here for a reason with what you do back at state level or in the BBL. Also Read: IND vs ENG: Zak Crawley reveals mantra of ‘tackling spin’ in second Test in Vizag "It's been a long road to get to that stage, plenty of ups and downs but the consistency for the last three years has been massive for me. "I think that's probably what's got me to this point now, is stringing a few seasons together and the next challenge is to be able to take that into international cricket. "I'm definitely putting a big emphasis on putting those last couple of years behind me now and hopefully lead that into some consistent form in the Aussie colours. "Every opportunity is huge, especially with the white-ball stuff coming up and the T20 World Cup, so any opportunity you really need to make the most of it with how strong the team is going at the moment," he added. Short has been named in both ODI and T20I squads for the upcoming dual series against West Indies which starts on February 2.

Australia batter Matthew Short eyeing T20 World Cup spot after winning BBL Player of the Tournament award

Australia could suffer a blow ahead of the World Cup 2023 as their opener, Travis Head, is likely to miss out on the final 15 due to a fractured hand. The left-handed batter got injured during the fourth ODI against South Africa and will undergo further assessments in Australia, which will determine his CWC fate. As per a Cricket Australia release, Travis Head "will undertake further medical review on return to Australia before a return to play schedule is determined."

Attacking batter Matthew Short has been called up as the batting cover for the India series. Marnus Labuschagne, who wasn't picked in the provisional squad, remains the frontrunner to replace Head. Test specialist Marnus had a dream run during the ongoing Proteas series, hitting an unbeaten 80 and a hundred (124) in the first two ODIs, pressing his case for a last-minute call-up to the World Cup squad.

Short, who impressed everyone with his solid match-winning 30-ball 66 during the second T20I, is yet to make his ODI debut. In Head’s absence, either he or Mitchell Marsh will open alongside Warner in the three-match India ODIs, starting September 22 in Mohali, while Marnus could take up the number three slot.

Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Starc, all three who missed the South Africa series, have returned to the squad for the dress rehearsal India series.&nbsp;

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Regular captain Pat Cummins has also returned to get some game time before the World Cup begins.

With the trio returning, Aaron Hardie, Tim David and Michael Neser are out of the squad, while Ashton Agar remains on paternity leave and will miss the India series. Left-arm quick Spencer Johnson, who replaced Starc for the South Africa tour, retains his place in the side for the India ODIs. All-rounder Cameron Green, who was taken off the field for concussion in the first ODI, is also included in the side.

<h2>Australia’s ODI squad for India series –</h2>

Pat Cummins (captain), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa

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Australia could suffer a blow ahead of the World Cup 2023 as their opener, Travis Head, is likely to miss out on the final 15 due to a fractured hand. The left-handed batter got injured during the fourth ODI against South Africa and will undergo further assessments in Australia, which will determine his CWC fate.

Australia could suffer a blow ahead of the World Cup 2023 as their opener, Travis Head, is likely to miss out on the final 15 due to a fractured hand. The left-handed batter got injured during the fourth ODI against South Africa and will undergo further assessments in Australia, which will determine his CWC fate. As per a Cricket Australia release, Travis Head "will undertake further medical review on return to Australia before a return to play schedule is determined." Attacking batter Matthew Short has been called up as the batting cover for the India series. Marnus Labuschagne, who wasn't picked in the provisional squad, remains the frontrunner to replace Head. Test specialist Marnus had a dream run during the ongoing Proteas series, hitting an unbeaten 80 and a hundred (124) in the first two ODIs, pressing his case for a last-minute call-up to the World Cup squad. Short, who impressed everyone with his solid match-winning 30-ball 66 during the second T20I, is yet to make his ODI debut. In Head’s absence, either he or Mitchell Marsh will open alongside Warner in the three-match India ODIs, starting September 22 in Mohali, while Marnus could take up the number three slot. Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Starc, all three who missed the South Africa series, have returned to the squad for the dress rehearsal India series. ALSO READ: Steve Smith batting 'pain-free' after taking cortisone injection for injury ahead of India ODIs and World Cup Regular captain Pat Cummins has also returned to get some game time before the World Cup begins. With the trio returning, Aaron Hardie, Tim David and Michael Neser are out of the squad, while Ashton Agar remains on paternity leave and will miss the India series. Left-arm quick Spencer Johnson, who replaced Starc for the South Africa tour, retains his place in the side for the India ODIs. All-rounder Cameron Green, who was taken off the field for concussion in the first ODI, is also included in the side. Australia’s ODI squad for India series – Pat Cummins (captain), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Matthew Short replaces Travis Head for India series as Australia opener doubtful for World Cup 2023

IPL franchise Punjab Kings have announced that star-English batter Jonny Bairstow is ruled out of the upcoming season owing to a freak injury he suffered while playing golf with his friends in Yorkshire last year. They have replaced the England international with an uncapped Australian batter Matthew Short, who made headlines in BBL this year for registering 458 runs (second-highest) at an average of 35.23 and a strike rate of 144.47.

Punjab via BCCI was awaiting the latest fitness status of Bairstow from the ECB after the right-handed batter had resumed training in late February. As per the latest reports, Jonny returned to the nets in the past week and is likely to feature in Division two of the County Championship which usually starts in May. Considering this, PBKS announced his replacement in this video posted on their social media handle.

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Meanwhile, on September 2nd last year, Bairstow broke his left leg and dislocated his ankle while playing golf with his friends. He slipped and suffered multiple fractures in his fibula, which required surgery wherein a plate was also inserted. Following that, Bairstow got sidelined for an indefinite time and missed all the cricketing action – including the T20 World Cup in Australia that England won, the historic away Test series in Pakistan, and the New Zealand tour that followed.

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An IPL-winner with the SunRisers Hyderabad in 2016, Bairstow had a shallow 2022 season with Punjab – where he just managed 253 runs in 11 matches, averaging 23.00 with a strike rate of 144.57, including two fifties.

On the other hand, Matthew Short garnered attention from the cricket world following his breakthrough BBL season, where he starred for the Adelaide Strikers at the top of the order. His best innings in BBL 2022/23 came during an exciting chase against Hobart Hurricanes, where he scored an unbeaten hundred and helped Adelaide chase a mammoth total of 230 with seven wickets in hand.

Besides, he’s a handy off-spinner who picked 11 wickets during the tournament.

Currently, he’s playing for Victoria against Western Australia in the Shield final, where he scored 36 and 3, respectively, across both innings.

As Punjab begins its IPL 2023 campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders, it remains to be seen when will Short make his IPL debut.

IPL franchise Punjab Kings have announced that star-English batter Jonny Bairstow is ruled out of the upcoming season owing to a freak injury he suffered while playing golf with his friends in Yorkshire last year.

IPL franchise Punjab Kings have announced that star-English batter Jonny Bairstow is ruled out of the upcoming season owing to a freak injury he suffered while playing golf with his friends in Yorkshire last year. They have replaced the England international with an uncapped Australian batter Matthew Short, who made headlines in BBL this year for registering 458 runs (second-highest) at an average of 35.23 and a strike rate of 144.47. Punjab via BCCI was awaiting the latest fitness status of Bairstow from the ECB after the right-handed batter had resumed training in late February. As per the latest reports, Jonny returned to the nets in the past week and is likely to feature in Division two of the County Championship which usually starts in May. Considering this, PBKS announced his replacement in this video posted on their social media handle. 🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE 🚨 We regret to inform you that Jonny Bairstow will not be a part of the IPL this season because of his injury. We wish him the best and look forward to seeing him next season. We are pleased to welcome Matthew Short as his replacement. #PunjabKings pic.twitter.com/NnUMjCe8jV — Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) March 25, 2023 × Meanwhile, on September 2nd last year, Bairstow broke his left leg and dislocated his ankle while playing golf with his friends. He slipped and suffered multiple fractures in his fibula, which required surgery wherein a plate was also inserted. Following that, Bairstow got sidelined for an indefinite time and missed all the cricketing action – including the T20 World Cup in Australia that England won, the historic away Test series in Pakistan, and the New Zealand tour that followed. ALSO READ: IPL 2023: I want Rishabh Pant's shirt number to be on caps and shirts of Delhi players: Ricky Ponting An IPL-winner with the SunRisers Hyderabad in 2016, Bairstow had a shallow 2022 season with Punjab – where he just managed 253 runs in 11 matches, averaging 23.00 with a strike rate of 144.57, including two fifties. On the other hand, Matthew Short garnered attention from the cricket world following his breakthrough BBL season, where he starred for the Adelaide Strikers at the top of the order. His best innings in BBL 2022/23 came during an exciting chase against Hobart Hurricanes, where he scored an unbeaten hundred and helped Adelaide chase a mammoth total of 230 with seven wickets in hand. Besides, he’s a handy off-spinner who picked 11 wickets during the tournament. Currently, he’s playing for Victoria against Western Australia in the Shield final, where he scored 36 and 3, respectively, across both innings. As Punjab begins its IPL 2023 campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders, it remains to be seen when will Short make his IPL debut.

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