MELBOURNE. Due to a lower back injury, Australia’s Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the upcoming limited overs series against India and New Zealand. Cricket Australia stated that Pat Cummins’ rehabilitation is being carefully managed to ensure he is fully fit before the Ashes.

Cricket Australia said in a statement, “Cummins will not be selected for the upcoming limited overs series against India and New Zealand. He will continue his rehab and return to bowling as part of his preparation for the Ashes.” Pat Cummins was last seen in international matches this July. He played a Test match against the West Indies. His bowling workload was significantly reduced in that series.

Following this, Pat Cummins was absent from the five-match T20 series against the West Indies and subsequent matches against South Africa.

The chief selector said, “A rest plan for Pat Cummins had been in place since the Test series against the West Indies. Cummins reported feeling persistent mild pain in his back. A scan revealed minor stress in the vertebrae.”

He added, “I think Pat Cummins’ focus has always been on preparing for the Ashes series and will remain so. This just requires incorporating a bit more rehab. As far as the Ashes plan is concerned, I don’t think there will be much change. It still seems Pat Cummins has enough time. There is full expectation that he will be ready for the first Test.”

The Australian team will play a three-match T20 series against New Zealand starting October 1. Following this, Australia is scheduled to play a home series against India, which will include three ODIs and five T20 matches.

Australia

Australia is both a continent and a country with a rich history spanning over 65,000 years of continuous Indigenous culture. Its modern history began with British colonization in the late 18th century, leading to the establishment of a unique Western society in the Southern Hemisphere. Today, it is known for its diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and a multicultural identity shaped by centuries of migration.

India

India is a vast South Asian nation with one of the world’s oldest civilizations, dating back over 5,000 years to the Indus Valley. Its history is marked by the rise of major religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, the rule of powerful empires, and centuries of British colonial rule before gaining independence in 1947. Today, it is a vibrant, diverse republic known for its rich cultural heritage, numerous languages, and iconic landmarks like the Taj Mahal.

New Zealand

New Zealand is an island nation in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, first settled by the Māori people who arrived by canoe from Polynesia around the 14th century. It became a British colony with the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, which established a unique bicultural foundation between the Māori and the British Crown. Today, it is an independent nation renowned for its dramatic natural landscapes and a vibrant culture that blends Māori and European traditions.

Ashes

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West Indies

The West Indies is a region of the Caribbean islands that was named by Christopher Columbus, who mistakenly believed he had reached the Indies near Asia. Its history is deeply marked by European colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade, which established plantation economies across the islands. Today, the West Indies is known for its vibrant, diverse cultures and is famously represented in international cricket by the united team of the Caribbean nations.

South Africa

South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of the African continent, known for its diverse landscapes and multicultural society. Its modern history is profoundly shaped by colonialism and the apartheid era, a system of institutionalized racial segregation that ended in 1994 with its first democratic elections. It is often called the “Rainbow Nation” for its complex cultural diversity and is renowned for sites like Robben Island and Table Mountain.

Cricket Australia

Cricket Australia is the national governing body for the sport of cricket in Australia, founded in 1905 as the Australian Board of Control for International Cricket. It is responsible for administering both the elite professional game and the development of grassroots cricket throughout the country. The organization oversees iconic national teams, including the men’s and women’s sides, and major tournaments like the Big Bash League.