SL VS AUS, 1st Odi: This is why Mitchell Starc does not play today’s match

Odi Ben series Sri Lanka and Australia It started on Wednesday (February 12) at the R. Premanasa stadium in Colombo. After winning the tumor, Sri Lanka decided the bats first. These two matches are decisive for Australia because they work as a preparation for them before Champions Cup 2025.

However, with multiple changes in the team, the team faced unexpected challenges. One of the most important negligences of the Australia collection for this game is the fast fast Ram, Mitchell Stark.

Why does Mitchell not play Stark?

In Iram, Australian leader Steve Smith This is mentioned Travis Heidand Josh EngelisAnd Glen Maxwell It was not part of the eleventh game. However, the absence of Stark was not treated. The reports had already confirmed that Stark was chosen from the ODI series as well as the next Champions Cup 2025.

The 35 -year -old left player seemed to struggle with a problem in his left ankle during the bowling during the Secret Langka Second Roles in the final test in Gali last week. He was able to complete four amounts before returning to Australia shortly after the match. While the exact reason for his withdrawal is still unknown, Stark has requested privacy regarding his decision.

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Cricket Australia’s position on Starc Resolution

Cricket Australia (California) Support Stark’s choice, while recognizing his dedication to the national team and his contributions to the international cricket game.

“We are fully supporting Mitch’s decision. His commitment to representing Australia is undeniable, and he has always gave priority to providing his best to the team.” He said George BillyChairman of the National Selection Committee, as quoted from Cricket.com.au.

The eleventh Australia plays for the first ODI against Sri Lanka

Matthew Short, Jake Fraser Moxork, Stephen Smith (C), Marinus Labushhani, Cooper Connely, Alex Carey (WK), Aaron Hardy, Sean Abbot

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