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Cummins Out: Australia Names Squad for Second Ashes Test
28 Nov
Summary
- Australia leads Ashes 1-0, names unchanged squad for second Test.
- Captain Pat Cummins' return is delayed due to lingering back injury.
- Veteran opener Usman Khawaja included after recovering from back spasms.
Following a commanding two-day victory in the first Ashes Test at Perth, Australia holds a 1-0 series lead and has opted for an unchanged squad for the upcoming day-night second Test in Brisbane. Captain Pat Cummins' much-anticipated return is postponed as he continues his recovery from a stress fracture in his lower back.
Despite reports of strong net sessions in Sydney, Cummins will not feature in the Brisbane Test. His absence means Brendan Doggett is likely to retain his place in the bowling attack after a strong performance in the first match. Veteran opener Usman Khawaja has been included after recovering from back spasms.
England arrived in Brisbane without extensive pink-ball practice, while Australia's focus shifts to the Gabba. Cummins could be a strong contender for the third Test in Adelaide, scheduled to begin on December 17, marking his potential return after being sidelined since July.
