SYDNEY: Josh Inglis will captain Australia for the first time in the third ODI against Pakistan and in the following Twenty20 series, selectors said Wednesday, with a number of stars absent.
Regular one-day skipper Pat Cummins plus Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith will not play the third ODI in Perth on Sunday so they can prepare for the Test series against India.
Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson and Josh Philippe all come into the squad.
With Twenty20 skipper Mitchell Marsh on paternity leave, the 29-year-old wicketkeeper Inglis will also captain the hosts in the three-match T20 series against Pakistan starting November 14.
“Josh is an integral member of the ODI and T20I teams and a highly respected player on and off the field,” George Bailey, chairman of selectors, said.
“He has led Australia A previously and will bring strong tactical nous and a positive approach to the role.”
Australia won the first one-dayer on Monday by two wickets. The second match is on Friday.
Australia’s Test team, led by Cummins, will play five matches against India.
The first Test starts on November 22 in Perth.
Josh Inglis named Australia’s white-ball captain in ongoing series against Pakistan
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Josh Inglis named Australia’s white-ball captain in ongoing series against Pakistan
- Most Australian stars will be absent from Pakistan matches to prepare for Test series with India
- The 29-year-old wicketkeeper Inglis will captain both the ODI and T20 series against Pakistan
Jordan return home to royal praise after Arab Cup runners-up finish
- The Nashama were beaten 3-2 by Morocco in a pulsating final at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday
AMMAN: Jordan’s national football team returned home on Friday after finishing second at the 2025 Arab Cup in Qatar, the Jordan News Agency reported.
The Nashama were beaten 3-2 by Morocco in a pulsating final at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday.
King Abdullah II expressed pride in the national team and its supporters, saying they embodied the unity and solidarity of the Jordanian people and presented a positive image of the Kingdom, JNA added.
“We saw Jordanians united as one, a team and fans reflecting all that is beautiful in this nation,” the king wrote on the X platform.
“Authenticity, resilience and love are traits that the Jordanian people identify with in the national team. We are all proud of you and your achievements, and Jordan is fortunate to have you as our players,” he added.
The king also congratulated Morocco on winning the title and thanked Qatar for hosting the tournament, adding: “Thank God you returned safely. You have illuminated your homeland. Congratulations to Morocco, and thank you to Doha for bringing together our Arab brothers.”
Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah also praised the national team, commending the efforts of the players, as well as the staff and all those who contributed to the development of football in Jordan over the years.
In a post on Instagram, the crown prince highlighted the ongoing support of his uncle, Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, to Jordanian football, and expressed gratitude to the team’s supporters.
“I extend my sincere thanks to the national team players, to my uncle Prince Ali bin Al Hussein for his continued support of the team, to the technical and administrative staff for their efforts, and to everyone who has contributed to advancing Jordanian football,” he wrote.
“My heartfelt appreciation also goes to our loyal fans for their presence and unwavering support for the Nashama,” he added.
