Australia have named a provisional 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup, with a final squad to be confirmed by the end of this month.
While the side have been playing against South Africa in T20 international fixtures recently, the Aussies will now turn their attention to the 50-over format for warm-up matches and the upcoming tournament in India.
Pat Cummins will lead the white-ball side, while the likes of David Warner and Steve Smith have also been included for what should be their final World Cup.
Young gun Cameron Green has also been selected, while the in-form Mitchell Marsh will be pushing for a spot in the final XI once their tournament kicks off on Sunday, October 8th.
Australia announce 15-man ICC World Cup squad
In a statement released on Wednesday morning (AEST), national selector George Bailey said four of the country's best players have been included as they push to return from injury issues.
“Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell are on track in their return to play programs," he said.
"All are well placed to come back online in the coming weeks and potentially for selection in the upcoming series against India.
“There are eight one-day matches still to play in South Africa and India before the final squad is due to be declared.
"They are followed by two World Cup practice games, which offers plenty of opportunity to continue the build for the tournament.”
Australia ODI World Cup squad
- Pat Cummins (c)
- Sean Abbott
- Ashton Agar
- Alex Carey
- Cameron Green
- Josh Hazlewood
- Travis Head
- Josh Inglis
- Mitchell Marsh
- Glenn Maxwell
- Steve Smith
- Mitchell Starc
- Marcus Stoinis
- David Warner
- Adam Zampa
When is the 2023 ICC World Cup?
This year's ICC ODI World Cup will begin on Thursday, October 5th with a clash between New Zealand and England, while the Aussies will begin their push for the trophy on October 8th against India.
The tournament will conclude with the final on Sunday, November 19th in Ahmedabad.