Australia have suffered a major setback ahead of the second Test of the ongoing Ashes 2025–26 series, with both Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood ruled out once again. Cricket Australia confirmed on Friday (November 28) that the selectors have retained an unchanged squad for the pink-ball Test against England, scheduled from December 4 to 8 […]

Australia received a significant boost ahead of the second Ashes Test as Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood were spotted hitting the nets with the pink ball in Sydney on Tuesday (November 25). The duo, who missed the series opener in Perth due to injury concerns, looked sharp in training, raising strong expectations of their return […]

Pat Cummins has offered a cautiously upbeat fitness update as Australia eye a much-needed boost to their pace resources ahead of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. The 32-year-old, sidelined since hurting his lower back on the West Indies tour four months ago, told reporters and viewers he’s “half a chance” of being available for […]

Australian captain and frontline pacer Pat Cummins has been out of action since the tour of the West Indies, and his return has become one of the most anticipated storylines of this Ashes summer. With Australia missing two pillars of their famed fast-bowling trio, Cummins’ presence has never felt more crucial. Encouragingly, the skipper showed […]

Australia’s preparation for the highly anticipated Ashes 2025-26 series has taken a worrying turn, with fast bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott suffering injury scares just days before the first Test in Perth. Both pacers, who were expected to play key roles in the series opener at Optus Stadium starting November 21, left the field […]

Former England star Kevin Pietersen has sparked a fresh Ashes debate by backing veteran Australian seamer Scott Boland to finish as the leading wicket-taker of the series. With Pat Cummins ruled out of the opening Test in Perth due to a back injury, Boland is expected to take the new ball when the Ashes begin […]

Pat Cummins has officially begun his road back to Test cricket, even though he will miss the opening match of the 2025-26 Ashes at Optus Stadium from November 21 to 25. The Australian skipper, ruled out of the Perth Test due to injury, was spotted bowling for the first time since July 2025, instantly lifting […]

Australia captain Pat Cummins has taken a positive step in his recovery, resuming multiple-over spells—albeit with a shorter run-up—as he targets a return for the second Ashes Test against England. The pink-ball fixture at the Gabba begins on December 4, and Cummins is hopeful of being ready in time. The fast bowler has been out […]

Australia have announced their 15-member squad for the first Ashes Test against England, with uncapped opener Jake Weatherald earning his maiden Test call-up. The left-hander, known for his aggressive stroke play, could become Usman Khawaja’s sixth opening partner since David Warner’s retirement last year. Fast bowlers Brendan Doggett and Sean Abbott have also been included […]

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has lauded Steve Smith’s adaptability and sharp cricketing mind, predicting that his return as captain in the first Ashes Test in Perth will bring out his very best. Cricket Australia confirmed earlier this week that Pat Cummins will miss the series opener due to a lumbar bone stress injury, paving […]