Australia Announces Squad For WTC Final Amid IPL 2025 Extension Drama

Pace bowlers and IPL 2025 stars Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, along with all-rounder Cameron Green, have returned from injury to feature in Australia’s squad for the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa next month. Young batter Sam Konstas, who made a promising debut last year, has also been retained.

Their opponent South Africa also announced a 15-member squad for the title clash at Lord’s from June 11, which will be led by Temba Bavuma. SA side will also features some top performers from the ongoing IPL 2025 season like MI’s Ryan Rickleton, SRH’s Aiden Markram and DC batter Tristan Stubbs.

Australia, the reigning WTC champions, secured their place in the final after a successful league campaign, which included a home series win over India and an away victory against Sri Lanka.