Australia will need to make four changes to their preliminary squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy with confirmation skipper Pat Cummins and fellow fast bowler Josh Hazlewood have been ruled out of the tournament.

Steve Smith could remain in the hot seat as Australian captain with Pat Cummins "hugely unlikely" to play in the Champions Trophy.

After losing all-rounders Mitchell Marsh to a back injury and Marcus Stoinis to a sudden retirement, the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 champions now have been dealt another blow as captain Pat Cummins and fast bowler Josh Hazlewood have been ruled out of the tournament due to respective injuries.