Australia Squad for WTC Final 2025 - Who's in for World Test Championship Final?

The upcoming ICC World Test Championship 2025 final will take place at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground starting from June 11. Australia, the defending champions, will face off against South Africa, who have qualified for the final for the first time. Pat Cummins's led side won 3-1 at home against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Moreover, they also beat Sri Lanka 2-0 away from home.

South Africa, on the other hand, beat Pakistan at home to qualify for the final. They have a seven-match unbeaten run. Australia have an unbeaten record at Lord's since 2015, and the Proteas have won two of their last three Test matches on this ground. In this piece, we will take a look at the probable 15-man Australia squad for WTC final 2025.

Australia Men's Cricket Team for WTC Final

Pat Cummins (Captain, Right-Arm Fast Bowler)

Pat Cummins, Australia’s inspirational captain, will be the first man in Australia squad for WTC final. He led his team to 2023 WTC triumph, and his bowling remains world-class. At Lord’s, Cummins has scalped 10 wickets at an average of 21.10 since 2015. We expect him to spearhead the attack with, while his lower-order batting will add depth. Cummins’s ability to manage his bowlers and adapt to English conditions makes him indispensable.

Usman Khawaja (Opening Batsman)

Veteran opener Usman Khawaja has been an important figure in the test set-up. His career-best 232 in Sri Lanka and a gritty 41 in the WTC-qualifying chase against India display his class. At Lord’s, he averages 40-plus. Khawaja’s calm temperament will counter South Africa’s fiery pacers like Kagiso Rabada, and set a solid foundation. His experience in English conditions is a major asset.

Sam Konstas (Opening Batsman)

Sam Konstas was a breath of welcome fresh air in the BGT squad against India, as he turned around the momentum in Australia's favor with his aggressive batting during his debut at the MCG. He might open the batting yet again with Khawaja.

Steve Smith (Batsman, Vice-Captain)

Steve Smith’s Lord’s record is phenomenal, as he averages 101.80 with two centuries since 2015. His 101 in Sri Lanka and 10,000 Test runs milestone are proof of his legacy in Test cricket. Smith’s ability to tackle both pace and spin, especially on a Dukes ball, makes him the most important batter for Australia. As vice-captain, he will support Cummins with his experience. Australia will expect him to anchor the middle order.

Marnus Labuschagne (Batsman)

Marnus Labuschagne’s Lord’s average of 40-plus and his ability to grind out innings make him a certainty. His concussion substitute heroics in 2019 at Lord’s are legendary. Labuschagne’s technique against South Africa’s pace trio, Rabada, Jansen, and Coetzee, will be crucial. His part-time leg-spin adds versatility.

Travis Head (Batsman)

Travis Head’s explosive batting style and his form make him one of the most important batters for Australia. Likely returning to No. 5 after opening in Sri Lanka, Head’s 40-plus Lord’s average and fearless approach has the weapons to take the game by the scruff of the neck for the Aussies. His counter-attacking style could disrupt South Africa’s disciplined attack.

Cameron Green (All-Rounder)

Cameron Green’s potential return from back surgery will be a massive boost for the Aussies. At No. 6, his aggressive batting and seam bowling will provide balance to the side. Green’s height and bounce could exploit Lord’s conditions, and trouble South Africa’s batsmen. If fit, he edges out Beau Webster and Josh Inglis. His all-round skills will be advantageous for Australia.

Alex Carey (Wicketkeeper-Batsman)

Alex Carey is a reliable wicketkeeper, and his handy lower-order runs will certainly make him the first-choice wicketkeeper batter yet again. His 65 not out in the 2023 WTC Final took Australia to a winning position. Carey’s ability to keep to Nathan Lyon’s spin and handle the Dukes ball’s swing is vital. His batting against South Africa’s pace will also be very important to Australia's chances.

Mitchell Starc (Left-Arm Fast Bowler)

Mitchell Starc’s left-arm angle and raw pace will be lethal yet again with the Dukes ball. He will be the strike bowler for the team. Starc's 300-plus Test wickets include crucial spells at Lord’s. His ability to swing the Duke's ball could dismantle South Africa’s top order.

Josh Hazlewood (Right-Arm Fast Medium Bowler)

Josh Hazlewood’s sensational Lord’s record—13 wickets at 26.15 since 2015—makes him the most potent bowler for this game. His accuracy and seam movement will challenge South Africa’s batsmen, especially on a lively Lord’s pitch. Hazlewood will be one of the go-to bowlers for Pat Cummins to give him the breakthroughs.

Nathan Lyon (Off-Spinner)

Nathan Lyon’s 500-plus Test wickets make his importance clear in the Australian Test set-up. His control and bounce at Lord’s, where spin can play a role late, will test South Africa’s batsmen. He is expected to be the only premier spinner in the playing XI and one of the most important wicket-taking bowlers for the Aussies.

Scott Boland (Right-Arm Fast Bowler)

Scott Boland’s 10-wicket haul against India and 6-45 in Sydney make him yet another important part of the squad. His disciplined line and Lord’s experience (2023 Ashes) suit the Duke's ball. Boland might not be the first choice in the playing XI if Starc, Cummins, and Hazlewood are fit to start this game.

Beau Webster (All-Rounder)

Beau Webster’s versatility as a batting all-rounder provides cover. His role in the Sydney chase and domestic form should earn him a spot. Webster’s seam bowling and middle-order stability are handy if Green is not fit to play in this game. However, ideally, he will be the backup to Green.

Josh Inglis (Wicketkeeper-Batsman)

Josh Inglis, a backup keeper-batsman, scored a debut century in Sri Lanka. His attacking batting at No. 6 or 7 offers flexibility if Carey is not fit for this game. Inglis’s keeping skills are also solid, but he is not expected to start over Carey.

Nathan McSweeney (Batsman)

Nathan McSweeney is the one to watch out for in the future, and he will be the backup opener for this game. His domestic consistency and adaptability make him a fallback if Konstas or Labuschagne face issues. McSweeney’s technique suits English conditions and will provide insurance against South Africa’s pace-heavy attack.