Australia won the 2023 ODI World Cup by defeating India in the final. It was a mix of experience and youth for the side. Here, we take a look at three Australians aged above 30 who might play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Australia usually likes to go with experience for the big tournaments. The 2027 ODI World Cup is still four years away. A lot of things could change by then. However, some of the experienced stars now could play in 2027, as well, in South Africa.
1) Pat Cummins – 30 years old
Pat Cummins is so experienced already and is the captain of Australia across formats. However, the player is just 30 years old. Hence, he is sure to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup, unless there is an injury issue for him. That said, it is not sure if he could don a role as a skipper. It might be too much for him as a fast bowler himself.
2) Mitchell Marsh – 31 years old
Mitchell Marsh is one of the Australians aged above 30 who might play in the 2027 ODI World Cup. Mitchell Marsh has only cemented his spot in the side in recent years. He had a lot of years to struggle before that. His issues were mainly injury-related and also consistency-related. That said, he is now very important for the side. In fact, he might even captain the side as a 35-year-old in 2027.
3) Josh Hazlewood – 32 years old
Josh Hazlewood has been playing forever, and he is just 32 years old. If Australia can manage his workload properly, Josh will be fit to play for Australia in 2027. On the South African pitches, he would be a great inclusion in the side. Therefore, Josh is also on this list.
