The Ashes 2025: Australia captain Pat Cummins out of second Test in Brisbane

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Australia will be without the services of their captain Pat Cummins for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane as he continues to recover from a back injury. The 32-year-old fast bowler has not played since July and was expected to return for the day-nighter at the Gabba, beginning on Thursday. However, Australia have named an unchanged squad, with stand-in captain Steve Smith leading the side.

Cummins is understood not to have completed the programme required for his return to play in a Test. He will join the rest of the squad in Brisbane on Sunday as he continues to build towards a comeback. The lack of Cummins and injured fast bowler Josh Hazlewood means that Australia could field an unchanged attack for the pink-ball Test.

The Australian team has been bolstered by Mitchell Starc, who took 10 wickets and was named player of the match in Perth, where England were defeated. However, the side still has some concerns, with opener Usman Khawaja's place under scrutiny after he was not fit to open the batting in either innings.

Australia have a strong record in Ashes Tests played at Brisbane, having won their last 14 matches on Australian soil. The team will be looking to extend this winning streak as they take on England for the second time in two months.
 
It's tough when you're not feeling 100% right with your body... I mean, who hasn't been there? 🤕 Pat Cummins' injury is a great reminder that taking care of ourselves is crucial, even if it means missing out on something we want to do. He's putting his health first and that's something we can all learn from.

It's also interesting to see how Australia's team dynamics are shifting with Steve Smith at the helm 🤝. Leadership isn't always easy, but he's got a tough job ahead of him trying to keep the team on track without one of their top bowlers.

The fact that they're fielding an unchanged attack for this Test is also a testament to how much Australia value consistency 💪. And let's not forget Mitchell Starc - his return is definitely a boost for the team!

But what I think we can all learn from this situation is that it's okay to be vulnerable and take time for ourselves when we need to 🌱. It's not always easy, but sometimes that's exactly what we need to do in order to come back stronger later on.
 
OMG, I'm literally so confused about Pat Cummins' situation 🤯... like, I get it, injuries happen and all that, but you'd think he'd at least try to get back in shape ASAP, right? 😂 But I guess that's just the way it goes sometimes. Anyway, this is a huge blow for Australia's attack - they really need Cummins' skills on the field. Hopefully, he'll be able to make a comeback soon 💪... and maybe even lead them to victory against England 🏏. The fact that Starc has joined the squad is a great boost, though - he's such a talented bowler! And I'm curious to see how the team will handle this new dynamic with Steve Smith as captain 👊. Can't wait for the game on Thursday! 🎟️
 
the aussies are gonna miss cummins so much, he's been out of action for ages and now they're having to deal with not knowing when he'll be back 🤕. I'm curious to see how steve smith handles being the stand-in captain, it can't be easy on a guy who's not exactly known for his leadership skills 😂. and the attack without cummins and hazlewood is gonna be really interesting, i'm hoping mitchell starc can step up his game and make an impact 🤞. the one thing that worries me is usman khawaja's spot in the batting lineup, if he's not 100%, it could cause problems for them. still, they've got a strong record at brisbane so fingers crossed they can keep it going 💪
 
The Aussies are really getting hammered about not being able to get Cummins back ASAP 🤕🏏. I think it's a bit harsh, you know? He's been working hard to get fit again and it's not like he's just going to rush back onto the pitch without making sure he's ready 🙅‍♂️. And yeah, Hazlewood's injury is a concern too, but at least Starc has stepped up and shown what he can do 🔥. I'm still rooting for Australia to win this one, they've got a solid squad and Smith is leading them well 😊. Plus, 14 wins in a row on home soil? That's not something to be taken lightly! 🙌
 
I gotta say, I'm kinda surprised they're naming an unchanged squad without Cummins... I mean, I get it, he's still not fit to play, but you'd think they'd want to give him some game time before the big test 🤔. And what about Josh Hazlewood? He's out too, so that means one of their top attack bowlers is missing. Not saying it's a bad move or anything, but it does make me wonder if they're relying too much on Starc to fill the gap ⚡️.

Also, Usman Khawaja's spot is looking shaky... I know he hasn't been in great form lately 🤦‍♂️. And don't even get me started on Smith being their stand-in captain 😬. Not saying he can't handle it or anything, but it's a big responsibility, you know?
 
Ugh, I hate it when cricketers get injured just before a big match 🤕. Can't they just stick to one sport like some people do? Anyway, I'm gonna miss watching Cummins play 🙁. Australia's squad looks good, though - Mitchell Starc is looking like a superstar! 🌟 But, oh no, Usman Khawaja's spot in the team is in trouble now 😬. It would be nice to see him get another chance, but I guess that's just cricket, right? 🤷‍♂️ Still, I'm excited for the Ashes - it's gonna be a great match! ⚾️
 
I'm a bit surprised that Pat Cummins isn't back in the game yet. I mean, he's been out since July and you'd think he'd have a good chance of being fit by now 🤔. But I guess that's just how it goes sometimes with injuries and rehab. Hopefully he can get back to his old self soon. And I'm curious to see how Steve Smith does as stand-in captain, I mean, we all know he's a talented batsman but leading the team is a different story 🤞.

The good news is that they've got Mitchell Starc back in the squad and he was absolutely on fire in Perth! 10 wickets is a big haul. And with Josh Hazlewood out, it looks like they might be able to stick with an unchanged attack, which could be a bit of a boost for them.

But, gotta say, Usman Khawaja's spot in the lineup is looking a bit shaky right now 😬. He wasn't even fit enough to open the batting, that's not good news. The team needs him firing on all cylinders if they're going to take down England and extend their winning streak 💪.
 
oh man, can u believe Australia is gonna play w/o cummins AGAIN? 😂 like, i get it he's been injured and all, but now they're gonna face england without their best bowler? that's a huge blow! Steve smith better step up his game or they'll be in trouble. and what's w/ the lack of hazlewood? can't they afford to lose another key player? 🤦‍♂️ on the bright side, mitchell starc is looking 🔥 so maybe they'll find a way to make it work...
 
🤔 I'm kinda surprised that Pat Cummins isn't fit to play yet... like, isn't he super important to Australia's bowling attack? 🙄 I get that back injuries are tough to shake off, but 10 wickets and player of the match in Perth? He must be getting close to returning! 😬 It's still good they've got Mitchell Starc on board, though - he's been on fire lately! 🔥 But now that Cummins won't play, I wonder if Australia might struggle with their attack... especially with Hazlewood out too. 🤞 Fingers crossed for the Aussie team to keep their winning streak going in Brisbane! 🏟️
 
So no Cummins means we're gonna get some actual cricket played out of him before he's back 🙄... or maybe not. Australia's squad is just what it needed, a fresh face and more pressure on Khawaja to deliver 💥... I mean, good luck with that. Starc coming in is nice, but will it be enough? England are getting worried too, so I guess we're all just gonna get some decent footy for once 🤔. And can we talk about the Gabba's pink ball for a sec? How 'bout a more balanced test format? Just saying 😐.
 
OMG 🤯 what's going on with Cummins tho? He's been out since July and now he's still not back yet 😩. Is Australia really gonna play without him again? 😅 They need him for this Ashes Test, especially with Hazlewood injured too... 🤕

I feel bad for Cummins, hopes he's back soon 💪. The team might be a bit weakened without him and Hazlewood, but they've got Starc coming in, which is a plus! 🎉 But what about Khawaja, though? He wasn't exactly on fire in Perth... 🙅‍♂️

Brisbane's always been an Aussie stronghold, so fingers crossed they keep it up! ⚾️ The fans are gonna love this one 😃.
 
ummm its weird that aussies are going ahead with steve smith as captain when pat cummins is still not fully fit 🤔... seems like a bit of a risk, if you ask me 🙄. i mean, dont get me wrong, steve can lead the team to wins, but cummins has been a top bowler for ages and his absence could be felt big time 😬. and what's with the squad being unchanged? dont they want to try out some new guys now that they've got mitchell starc back in form? 🤔
 
omg what's going on with Cummins?? i feel bad for him, hope he recovers soon 🤕😬 and it's a bit weird that aussie squad stayed unchanged... should've been a chance to give someone else a go 🤔 think starc was gonna be a game changer tho 👀 but still got some concerns about khawaja's spot in the lineup 🤷‍♂️ fingers crossed they can pull off this win and extend their record at brisbane 💪🏽🎉
 
Ugh, can't believe Cummins is out again 🤕. I mean, I get it, back injuries are no joke, but come on! He was supposed to be back for the Ashes series and now he's gotta sit this one out too 😒. And it's not just that, the whole team has some major questions marks - like what's going on with Usman Khawaja? Is he really as useless at opening as he seems? 🤔 I mean, Starc is back in form, but we need some solid openers to take pressure off him. And without Cummins and Hazlewood, it's gonna be a tough match for Australia 🌪️.

But you know what's even crazier? How they're still expecting to win the Ashes with an unchanged attack! 😂 I mean, that's just not how it works, mate. You gotta have some depth in your team, especially when you're playing against England and their fancy batsmen 🤷‍♂️.

I guess all I can say is, bring on Thursday, let's see what this Aussie squad's made of! 🎉
 
Ugh, I'm so bummed about Cummins not being able to play 🤕. He's like the heartbeat of the Aussie bowlers and now they're gonna have to adjust their strategy without him 💥. The fact that they've named an unchanged squad is interesting, maybe it shows that they trust Steve Smith to lead them to a win? 😒 I mean, he's been in tough spots before, but this is the Ashes, you know?! 🏴‍☠️ The addition of Mitchell Starc is definitely a plus though, I loved what I saw from him in Perth ⚡️. Now, I'm curious to see how Usman Khawaja's batting woes will affect their lineup... and whether they'll be able to keep that winning streak going at the Gabba 🔮.
 
I'm really bummed that Pat Cummins isn't going to make it back for the Ashes Test in Brisbane 🤕. He's such a key player for Australia, and their bowling attack is gonna be missing him big time 😬. I mean, Josh Hazlewood is injured too, so now they're gonna have to stick with their backup plan... hope they can pull off another win like they did last time in Brisbane 🏟️. But still, it's always tough when your top players are out for extended periods of time 💔.
 
Omg, what's goin' on with Cummins? 🤕 His back injury is still actin' up and he won't be back for the 2nd Ashes Test 🚫😬. That means Australia might have to field an unchanged attack which could be a bit worryin' 👀. On the other hand, they've got some new blood with Mitchell Starc comin' in and he's a beast on the pitch 🐜🔥! But, USman Khawaja's spot is still under scrutiny after that injury and it's gonna be interesting to see how he bounces back 💪. Australia's gotta keep their winning streak goin' at Brisbane, they've got 14 wins in a row and that's some serious momentum 🏆👍! Bring it on against England! 😃
 
idk how aussies can win without pat cummins tho 🤔, but steve smith is prob gonna lead them to another w win 😅. and btw, what's with khawaja not being fit to open? seems like he needs a bit more practice on the top of the innings... 💪
 
can you believe it's already the 2nd test and pat cummins is still out 🤕? i mean, australia has a great squad now with mitchell starc and all but still gotta deal with usman khawaja not being 100% fit as an opener... that's like putting all your eggs in one basket, right? anyway, steve smith's doing his thing as stand-in captain, so fingers crossed for him. australia's record at brisbane is insane though 🤯, let's see if they can keep it up! maybe pat cummins will make a comeback soon and we'll get to see the real him back on the pitch 💪
 
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