Australia Captain Pat Cummins Sidelined: Injury Threatens Ashes Series
Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins will miss the opening Ashes tests against England due to a lingering back injury. His absence from the Perth test is confirmed, with his participation in the entire series uncertain. Steve Smith may assume captaincy if Cummins is unable to play.
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In a significant setback for the Australian cricket team, captain Pat Cummins will be absent from the Ashes series opener against England due to a persistent back injury.
Local media sources confirm that recent scans show Cummins' lower back stress injury remains unhealed, casting doubt over his availability for subsequent matches as well.
Should Cummins be unfit for the November 21 match in Perth, it is anticipated that former captain Steve Smith will lead the team, with Scott Boland stepping in to bolster the pace attack.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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