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Josh Inglis has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand due to a right calf strain. His absence adds to Australia's injury concerns ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup preparations.

Mitchell Starc has retired from T20 Internationals to prioritize Test and ODI cricket, finishing as Australia's second-highest T20I wicket-taker. He aims to stay fresh for upcoming Indian Test tour, Ashes, and 2027 ODI World Cup. Australia named their squad for the T20 series against New Zealand, with Ben Dwarshuis joining the pace attack.

In a historic moment for Australian cricket, Cooper Connolly, a 22-year-old spinner, claimed a remarkable five-wicket haul against South Africa at Great Barrier Reef Arena. His figures of 5/22 are the best by an Australian spinner in an ODI on home soil.

Australia delivered a commanding performance, defeating South Africa by 276 runs in Mackay, marking the Proteas' heaviest ODI loss. Travis Head (142) and Mitchell Marsh (100) set the stage with a record-breaking opening partnership, followed by Cameron Green's explosive unbeaten 118. South Africa struggled to respond, collapsing for 155 as Cooper Connolly claimed 5-22.