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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Sims

Australia dealt major injury blow ahead of Ashes Test

Australia Ashes Test Pat Cummins
  • Australia captain Pat Cummins will miss the first Ashes Test against England due to a long-term back injury.
  • Cricket Australia confirmed that the 32-year-old fast bowler has not recovered in time for the opening match in Perth on 21 November.
  • Former skipper Steve Smith will lead Australia in Cummins’ absence, having previously captained the team six times.
  • Cummins, who has not played since July, aims to return for the second Test in Brisbane, scheduled to begin on 4 December.
  • Scott Boland, 36, is the likely replacement for Cummins in Australia’s bowling attack.

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Pat Cummins ruled out of first Ashes Test in major blow for Australia

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