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Australia, with its illustrious track record in ICC events, gears up for the Champions Trophy, albeit without notable pacers. Their strength lies in a dynamic batting lineup capable of adapting to game demands, led by seasoned players like Steve Smith. Grouped with South Africa, the Aussies are pegged as a favorite to reach the semifinals, but face stern tests from rivals England and Afghanistan.
England offers formidable batting power, while Afghanistan's versatile spin attack presents challenges. The absence of star bowlers may shift the burden onto Australian batsmen, necessitating strategic play in pursuit of victory. Meanwhile, South Africa and Afghanistan also seek to assert their presence, adding layers of complexity to this highly competitive group stage.
(With inputs from agencies.).