Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has shared his plans for the upcoming Ashes series in England in 2027. Ponting, speaking on 7 Cricket, expressed confidence in a familiar core team following Australia’s successful retention of the urn against England. He emphasized continuity by backing experienced players like Steve Smith and Nathan Lyon, despite their recent injury setbacks.
Ponting endorsed Pat Cummins to lead the team into 2027, aiming for a blend of seasoned performers and promising talents in his predicted squad. He also included Alex Carey as the wicketkeeper in his lineup, highlighting Carey’s reliability and performance under pressure in previous Ashes encounters.
In a strategic move, Ponting introduced uncapped player Campbell Kellaway as a long-term investment for Australian cricket. Additionally, he reaffirmed his support for Cameron Green and suggested a significant role for Josh Inglis in the 2027 series. The former captain emphasized the importance of key players like Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc in Australia’s future plans, while noting a competition between Scott Boland and Jhye Richardson for a permanent spot in the playing XI.
Ponting’s predicted Australia squad for the 2027 Ashes includes Pat Cummins as captain, Alex Carey as wicketkeeper, and a mix of established and emerging talents such as Scott Boland, Travis Head, Cameron Green, and others.
