Australia Champions Trophy 2025

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Australia's chances in the Champions Trophy 2025 have been impacted by injuries and unavailabilities in every department, making them less favorites to win. The team's problems start at the top, with too many out-of-form batters, including openers and top-order batters. Since David Warner's retirement, Australia have tried different players as Travis Head's partner, but haven't achieved the desired results. Matthew Short has averaged a mere 18.12 in eight outings, while Jake Fraser-McGurk has an average of 14.83 in six innings.

However, Josh Inglis has shown promise as an opener, accumulating 109 runs at an average of 54.50, with a fifty, in three outings since 2024. He has a strike rate of 103.72 and a balls-per-boundary ratio of seven in the first 20 balls, suggesting he can start quickly. Inglis also has a good game against spin and can manoeuvre the fields to weave big innings. He averages 26.16 and has a strike rate of 85.32 against spinners in ODIs.

Apart from solving the opening woes, Josh Inglis' promotion at the top will also vacant a slot for Alex Carey in the middle. Carey has been in fine form, and Australia must utilise it. They are unlikely to drop Marnus Labuschagne, which wouldn’t have left a spot for Carey in the middle. However, Inglis at the top means Australia can play Carey and get more experience in the middle order. The team's recent match against England saw Ben Duckett power England to a record total, with 165 runs, including 17 fours and three sixes.

The match highlights showed England's strong batting performance, with Joe Root contributing 68 runs. For Australia, Ben Dwarshuis took three wickets for 66 runs, while Adam Zampa and Marnus Labuschagne chipped in with two each. The Champions Trophy 2025 has seen some exciting matches so far, and Australia will need to step up their game to compete with top teams like England. Here are the match scores:

• England: 351/8
• Australia: yet to bat

In conclusion, Australia's chances in the Champions Trophy 2025 depend on their ability to solve their opening woes and utilise their resources effectively. With Josh Inglis at the top, the team can play Alex Carey in the middle and get more experience in the middle order. The team's performance in the upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their chances of winning the tournament.