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The Australian team has been a force to reckon with in limited-overs cricket. Against all odds, the Aussies managed to win the ODI World Cup 2023 in India and have dominated white-ball cricket throughout its history. With a remarkable performance in its recent ODI endeavors and success against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Australia has now announced its squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 to be held in Pakistan and the UAE.
The Australian squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 features several experienced campaigners and young prospects in its team. However, the selectors did not give some bright Australian talents who were impressed with their cricketing prowess in the Indian Premier League (IPL) an opportunity to display their talents in Australian colours in the prestigious tournaments.
In light of Australia’s squad list for the Champions Trophy 2025, here is the list of 4 Australian players who featured in the IPL but were not selected for the Champions Trophy 2025.
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4 IPL stars who were not given a place in Australia’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad list
1) Jake Fraser-McGurk (Delhi Capitals)
After an explosive domestic season in Australia and several impressive displays with the bat in the Big Bash League, Jake Fraser-McGurk made his IPL debut in the 2024 season for the Delhi Capitals (DC). The explosive young batter played 9 matches for the Capitals and scored 330 runs for the franchise. One of the most memorable innings that the 22-year-old played was the remarkable 84-run knock against Mumbai Indians (MI) off 27 balls in an impressive display of his batting abilities. However, the youngster had struggled with the bat during the current domestic season, scoring consecutive low scores for Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League (BBL). Australian chief selector George Bailey has cited that McGurk has time on his side and the squad already has a lot of top-order batters as the reason behind not selecting him.
2) Tim David (Mumbai Indians)
After representing the Mumbai Indians in 37 IPL matches, Australia’s dynamic batter Tim David marked a return to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) during last year’s mega auction. Despite his reputation as an explosive finisher in T20 cricket, David failed to secure a spot in Australia’s Champions Trophy squad, with the selectors opting for a lineup packed with versatile all-rounders. His struggles in the 50-over format played a key role in this decision, as he has managed to score only 35 runs in ODIs at a dismal average of 11.2. The lackluster performance underscores his difficulty adapting to the demands of the longer format, leaving him sidelined for the marquee event. While his T20 prowess remains undisputed, David’s ODI record leaves much to be desired, making him an unlikely candidate for Australia’s Champions Trophy campaign.
3) Cameron Green (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
Cameron Green made headlines ahead of the 2023 IPL when Mumbai Indians secured his services for an astounding INR 17.5 crore, making him the second most expensive overseas player in IPL history. That season, he showcased his potential by smashing his maiden IPL century—a scintillating and unbeaten knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad while opening the innings. In IPL 2024, Green turned out for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, scoring 255 runs in 12 innings across 13 matches. However, his promising run has been overshadowed by injury concerns.
Green reported lower back pain during Australia’s tour of the UK in September, with scans later revealing a stress fracture. Cricket Australia identified a “unique defect in an adjacent area to the fracture” that exacerbates the issue. This significant setback has ruled him out of Australia’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad, leaving the talented all-rounder to focus on recovery and rehabilitation.
4) Spencer Johnson (Gujarat Titans)
Renowned for his skill in making the new ball dance, Spencer Johnson turned heads when the Gujarat Titans (GT) snapped him up for a staggering INR 10 Crores in the 2024 mini-auction. The towering left-arm pacer, a familiar figure in the Big Bash League, is set to don the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) jersey in the upcoming IPL season. Despite his domestic and franchise cricket success, Johnson’s struggles with consistency on the international stage have seen him miss out on a spot in Australia’s Champions Trophy squad. His raw talent and ability to trouble batters with swing and pace remain unquestionable, but lapses in form at the highest level have hindered his ascent. While his IPL stint presents an opportunity for redemption, Johnson will need to deliver consistently to solidify his place in the national setup.
