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Brisbane Test 'realistic' for Cummins return - Lyon

Brisbane Test 'realistic' for Cummins return - Lyon

Summary

Nathan Lyon believes Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins will likely miss the first Ashes Test against England due to a back injury. He expects Cummins could return for the second Test in Brisbane. Cummins has faced back problems before and is working hard to return to the series.

Key Facts

  • Pat Cummins is the captain of Australia's cricket team and is dealing with a back injury.
  • He is expected to miss the first Test match of the Ashes series, which starts on November 21 in Perth.
  • Nathan Lyon thinks Cummins might be able to return for the second Test in Brisbane on December 4.
  • Cummins was unable to play in recent matches against New Zealand and India because of his injury.
  • His history includes missing several seasons due to back issues between 2012 and 2016.
  • Cummins is training intensely to recover and play in the remainder of the series.
  • The Ashes series between Australia and England runs from November 21, 2025, to January 7, 2026.
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