The ODI World Cup champions have been forced into a host of changes to their squad with all their first-choice quicks now missing

Mitchell Starc has withdrawn from Australia's squad for the Champions Trophy, citing personal reasons. His absence adds to the significant number of changes already made to Australia's provisional squad, which was impacted by injuries to Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Marsh, as well as Marcus Stoinis' retirement.

Australia seamer Mitchell Starc opts out of their Champions Trophy squad to continue the two-time winners' disruptive build-up.

Senior Australia player Steve Smith is ready to captain the team in Champions Trophy, in case Pat Cummins is ruled out of the tournament. Speaking ahead of the 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka, Smith said that he loved captaining in subcontinental conditions.

Mitchell Starc has withdrawn from the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy citing personal reasons, as Australia reshuffled their 15-player squad under the leadership of Steven Smith. Australia was already dealing with significant setbacks following the injuries to Pat Cummins,