World Cup Blow: Tim David Ruled Out for Australia's Opener Against Ireland

• Australia faces another setback as big-hitting Tim David is ruled out of the World Cup opener against Ireland due to a hamstring injury.
• Captain Mitchell Marsh confirmed David's absence, hoping for his return in subsequent matches after an injury sustained on December 26, 2025.
• David was in stellar form in 2025, scoring 395 runs at an average of 49.37 and a strike rate of 197.50, including a century against West Indies.
• Matt Renshaw or Cooper Connolly are potential replacements in the middle order for the crucial match.
• Australia's pace attack will be led by Nathan Ellis, with Mitchell Starc retired and Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins injured, raising concerns despite Marsh's confidence in the squad.