Australia faces T20 World Cup challenge with Cummins Hazlewood injured, Steve Smith snubbed, and fresh off 3-0 Pakistan whitewash in tough Group B.
Pat Cummins will not play again in the Ashes and is doubtful for the T20 World Cup as Australia refuse to risk his long-term fitness after back injury.
Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon will miss the Boxing Day Test as Australia celebrate retaining the Ashes 3-0, with Lyon undergoing hamstring surgery.
Pat Cummins returns for the third Ashes Test as Australia omit fit-again Usman Khawaja, opting to stick with Travis Head and Jake Weatherald as openers.
Josh Hazlewood ruled out for rest of Ashes with hamstring and Achilles injuries. Pat Cummins set to return as captain for third Test in Adelaide.
Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins have both taken important steps toward returning to Australia’s attack ahead of the remaining Ashes Tests, giving the hosts a major fast‑bowling boost. Hazlewood Targets Adelaide Return
