Ashley GardnerAustralian The leading all-rounder remains steadfast in his belief that the team still holds the title of the best team in the world despite the recent ICC Tournament heartbreaker. The right-arm off-spinner and hard-hitting batsman sets his sights on regaining glory ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 In England and Wales, Starting from June 12th, Drawing from his own experience, Gardner insisted that minimal tactical overhaul was needed while prioritizing execution in high-pressure moments.
High ambitions inspire Ashley Gardner Big impact goal for Australia
Despite consecutive semi-final exits in the 2024 T20 World Cup – where South Africa Chasing 134/5, the champions lost in the 2025 ODI World Cup India Chasing a record target of 338, Gardner insisted that his team remained supreme. The 28-year-old all-rounder, with three former World Cup titles and T20I figures of 19.93 batting average and 6.07 economy, is eyeing a return to Group A. IndiaPakistan, South AfricaAnd nepal qualifier.
,The way the last few World Cups have ended has been disappointing. But I can sit here comfortably and say I still believe we are the best team. It’s just making sure we’re showing it in the moments where it really matters. So I am definitely thinking about June next year, it seems like it will take a lot of time but actually it doesn’t and it will come very quickly,Gardner told AAP news.
Australia will start its preparations to host world champion India
Australia’s preparations have intensified with a multi-format home series against 2025 ODI World Cup winners India in February–March 2026, which will feature three T20Is, three ODIs in Brisbane, Hobart and one Test each in Perth. This focus on the white ball accelerates preparations for the T20, especially with India as Group A rivals in the blockbuster clash at Lord’s on June 28.​
Gardner rules out major changes in 2025 after ODI centuries like 104* against England and 115 against New Zealand.
,I think there aren’t going to be too many dramatic changes. I don’t think it needs to be that way. It’s those little moments that I don’t think we won and let the game go into overdrive. It’s going to happen sometimes, but making sure that if things like that arise, we have the tools and capabilities to recognize it and get out of it.”He further said, his leadership, skillful captaincy gujarat giants In wpl 2025His boost adds to Australia’s depth amid spin-friendly English conditions
The series against India, following the World Cup win over South Africa, tests Australia’s lead at the top ICC T20I ranking despite a recent decline. Gardner’s determination signals a tactical shift based on pressure execution, including a mix of veterans with youngsters in their bid for a seventh T20 title.
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