Dubai, March 3, 2025: Australia has named Cooper Connolly as a replacement for the injured Matthew Short ahead of their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal against India. Short, who played a key role in the group stage, has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury, forcing Australia to make a last-minute change to their squad.
Connolly, a promising all-rounder, is expected to bolster Australia’s middle order while contributing with his spin bowling. As both teams prepare for the high-stakes semifinal in Dubai, Australia will look to Connolly to step up in Short’s absence and make an impact in the crucial knockout match.
