Who is Cooper Connolly? Meet Australia’s surprise pick for CT 2025 semifinal against India
Who is Cooper Connolly? Meet Australia’s surprise pick for CT 2025 semifinal against India
Australia has made a last-minute change to its ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad, drafting in young all-rounder Cooper Connolly to replace the injured Matthew Short. Here’s what you need to know:
A: Short suffered a calf injury during Australia’s group-stage match against Afghanistan, which limited his movement on the field and while batting.
A: He injured his calf while fielding during Australia’s match against Afghanistan, which was later abandoned due to rain in Lahore.
A: Australia has added 21-year-old all-rounder Cooper Connolly to the squad.
A: Connolly is a left-handed batter and a left-arm spinner with six international caps, including three ODIs.
A: His left-arm spin could be a valuable asset for Australia, given the spin-friendly conditions at the Dubai International Stadium.
A: The match is set to take place on Tuesday at the Dubai International Stadium.
