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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.

Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins is reportedly set to miss the upcoming T20I tour of New Zealand, with Cricket Australia prioritising his fitness ahead of the home Ashes series.