Australia, Champions Trophy and Smith

Cricket-Starc pulls out of Champions Trophy, Smith to lead Australia
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Starc withdraws from Champions Trophy, Smith to captain Australia
The ODI World Cup champions have been forced into a host of changes to their squad with all their first-choice quicks now missing
Starc out of Champions Trophy for personal reasons; Smith to lead Australia
"We understand and respect Mitch's decision," George Bailey, chair of men's selectors, said of Starc who will also miss the two ODIs in Sri Lanka. "Mitch is deeply respected for his commitment to international cricket and the priority he places on performing for Australia.

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