Summary
Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins might miss the start of the Ashes series due to a back injury. England batter Harry Brook mentioned that Cummins' absence could benefit his team, although Australia has other skilled bowlers. England also has a fitness concern with their own captain, Ben Stokes.
Key Facts
- Pat Cummins is Australia's cricket captain and a fast bowler.
- Cummins has a back injury and might miss the first Test of the Ashes series.
- Health restrictions could keep Cummins out of the entire Ashes series.
- If Cummins is out, Scott Boland might join the Australian bowling team.
- England’s captain, Ben Stokes, also has fitness issues but is expected to play.
- Harry Brook was promoted to England's Test vice-captain.
- Ollie Pope was replaced by Brook as vice-captain.
- Brook believes Stokes will play all five Ashes matches despite his injuries.
