Josh Inglis Named Australia's T20I Captain

Wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis will step up as Australia’s captain in the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan set to kick off on November 14 at Brisbane’s Gabba. Inglis will also lead the Australian squad in the third and final ODI of the series, filling in for other key players who will begin preparing for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Regulars like Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Steve Smith, and Marnus Labuschagne will sit out the last ODI in Perth to focus on the five-Test series against India, starting November 22. For this ODI match, Australia has called up bowlers Spencer Johnson and Xavier Bartlett, as well as wicketkeeper-batter Josh Philippe, although they will only be available for the final game. Additionally, Josh Hazlewood joined the squad in Adelaide for the second ODI and is expected to play.

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This will be the first time Inglis captains Australia’s senior team, marking a significant step in his career. By leading the team, he’ll become the 30th player to captain Australia in ODIs and the 14th in T20Is. Inglis previously captained the Prime Minister’s XI in a game against the West Indies in 2022.

Australia Squad

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For the first two matches: Pat Cummins (c), Sean Abbott, Cooper Connolly, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Lance Morris, Matthew Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, and Adam Zampa.

For the third match: Josh Inglis (c), Xavier Bartlett, Josh Philippe, Spencer Johnson, and Josh Hazlewood.

Chief Selector George Bailey’s Confidence in Inglis

Australia’s Chief Selector, George Bailey, expressed his confidence in Josh Inglis leadership abilities, describing him:

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“Josh is an integral member of the ODI and T20I teams and a highly respected player on and off the field. He has led Australia A previously and will bring strong tactical nous and a positive approach to the role. Josh will receive great support from the likes of Matt Short and Adam Zampa, along with senior players including Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis.”