Mitchell Marsh ruled out of Champions Trophy, doubtful for IPL
Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to a lower back injury that has not responded to rehabilitation. Cricket Australia announced Marsh's replacement will be decided soon. Marsh is also doubtful for the upcoming IPL season with the Lucknow Super Giants. The injury has led to an extended rehabilitation period for Marsh.from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/BvxlzUs
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Steve Smith becomes the fourth Australian to surpass 10,000 Test runs, suggesting that Marnus Labuschagne, Travis Head, or Sam Konstas could be the next. He notes that challenging pitch conditions have made achieving such milestones tougher, especially in Australia.
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