Australia’s head coach, Andrew McDonald, has expressed confidence that captain Pat Cummins will play a significant role in the upcoming Ashes series, despite ongoing concerns about a lower back injury. Cummins sustained a lumbar bone stress issue during Australia’s recent tour of the West Indies and is currently undergoing rehabilitation.
While McDonald acknowledged that Cummins’ participation in all five Tests is uncertain, he emphasized that the team is optimistic about the captain’s recovery. The Ashes series is scheduled to commence in Perth on November 21, and McDonald remains hopeful that Cummins will be fit to lead the team.
The Australian team is preparing for the series with a focus on adaptability and player rotation to manage workloads effectively. In the event that Cummins is unavailable for certain matches, the team is confident in the abilities of other key players to step up and contribute to the team’s success.
As the series approaches, the Australian squad continues to monitor Cummins’ progress closely, aiming to have their captain ready to lead the team in the highly anticipated Ashes series against England.
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