Sydney, April 1 -- Australia selection chair George Bailey has indicated there is still plenty of time for players to prove their T20I credentials ahead of next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

The Aussies named a 23-player list that will receive national contracts for the 2025/26 season on Tuesday, with all-rounder Aaron Hardie, pacer Sean Abbott and spinner Todd Murphy the unlucky trio to miss out and youngsters Cooper Connolly and Jake Fraser-McGurk also failing to earn a deal.

Connolly got a taste of it when making his Test and ODI debut for Australia in recent months, while Fraser-McGurk is currently in the Indian Premier League, showcasing his capabilities with the Delhi Capitals on the big stage.

While the duo may appear to be on ...