Lahore, Feb. 20 -- Ahead of their highly-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy opening clash against Australia in Group D, England have announced their starting XI for the match.
England will kickstart their Champions Trophy campaign against arch-rivals Australia from February 22 at Lahore, with matches against Afghanistan (February 26) and South Africa (March 1) coming later.
Led by Jos Buttler, the lineup has three changes from the one that featured in the final ODI against India earlier this month, as per ICC.
Wicket-keeper Jamie Smith has been confirmed to don the gloves on his return to the ODI team.
Meanwhile, Jofra Archer will be accompanied by Brydon Carse and Mark Wood in the pace unit. In the spin attack, England have persisted w...
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