Champions Trophy: 3 Players who can replace Marcus Stoinis in Australia squad

Australia, the two-time Champions Trophy winners, find themselves in a tough spot. With captain Pat Cummins out and Marcus Stoinis announcing his sudden retirement, a big gap has opened up in the all-round department. Now, with little time left before the tournament, the selectors must make a crucial decision on who can step in to fill Stoinis’ role.

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Stoinis was a key player in Australia’s limited-overs setup. He could accelerate the innings in the death overs, chip in with crucial overs, and was a brilliant fielder. But the good news is that Australia’s domestic circuit is packed with talented all-rounders, and this is the perfect opportunity for someone new to make a name for themselves.

Let us have a look at three players who can replace Marcus Stoinis in the Australian squad:

1. Beau Webster

Beau Webster caught everyone’s attention when he was named in Australia’s squad for the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earlier this year. Standing at a towering 200cm, Webster is a hard-hitting batter who can also contribute significantly with the ball. In 95 First-Class matches, he has racked up 5,416 runs, including 12 centuries, proving his ability to score big.

With the ball, he has picked up 149 wickets, showing he can be more than just a part-time bowler. He can be a perfect finisher, complementing someone like Glenn Maxwell, while also being handy in the lower order when batting with the tail. Australia needs an all-rounder who can bowl consistently, and Webster’s ability to deliver six to seven overs per game makes him a strong candidate. Plus, the conditions in Pakistan could work in his favor.

2. Sean Abbott

Sean Abbott is another strong contender to take Stoinis’ spot in Australia’s squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. His experience in white-ball cricket makes him a reliable option. As a seam-bowling all-rounder, Abbott has played 26 ODIs, taking 29 wickets at an economy rate of 5.74. He’s also handy with the bat, having notched up two half-centuries at a strike rate of 98.59.

Abbott’s ability to break partnerships and contribute crucial runs down the order makes him a valuable asset. He’s also effective at death, where his variations can be tough to handle. On top of that, he’s an outstanding fielder, which further strengthens his case. With plenty of international experience under his belt, Abbott knows how to handle pressure, which will be crucial in a high-stakes tournament like the Champions Trophy.

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3. Tim David

Tim David might not be the most obvious choice, but he could be the most exciting one. The aggressive all-rounder is known for his ability to take down bowlers in the final overs, and he can also roll his arm over for some useful spin. With the Champions Trophy set to be played in Pakistan and Dubai, the conditions could suit his bowling.

When it comes to batting, his numbers speak for themselves. With a strike rate of 120.06 in List A cricket and 160 in T20Is, he’s exactly the kind of player you want when the innings is past the 30-over mark. He’s capable of shifting the momentum in a matter of deliveries, making him a game-changer.

David is also a brilliant fielder, and his experience playing in leagues across the world gives him an edge. His big-game mentality and fearless approach could be just what Australia needs to push for a deep run in the tournament.

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