Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to lower back pain, a team spokesperson said on Friday.

Ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, Australia`s premier all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the marquee event. It is also said that his feature in the Indian Premier League is also doubtful following the lower back pain that has not responded sufficiently to rehabilitation.

The experienced all-rounder will be sidelined for the Champions Trophy and Australia will be forced to name a replacement player.

A statement from CA confirmed that Marsh's injury had not responded adequately to rehabilitation, leading to the decision to extend his rest and rehabilitation period.

"Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Men's Champion's Trophy with ongoing lower back pain and dysfunction," CA said in a statement today. "The National Selection Panel and Australian men's medical team ruled Marsh out of the tournament with the injury which has not responded sufficiently to rehabilitation.

Australia handed a major setback as Mitchell Marsh is ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to a lower-back injury, raising concerns over his IPL participation. The selectors now face a crucial decision in finding his replacement for the tournament.

"Mitchell Marsh has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Men's Champions Trophy with ongoing lower back pain and dysfunction," CA stated. "The National Selection Panel and Australia

Due to a back injury, Mitchell Marsh will be unable to compete in the Champions Trophy and is not expected to return this season.