Back in Sydney, fresh scans gave Pat Cummins the green light; he's good to return. Medical staff signed off, clearing the way for his comeback with Sunrisers Hyderabad. Left Australia earlier this month just to check progress, nothing more. That stress issue, bothering him since July, finally healed. Appearances were rare because of it, but now the roadblock is gone. Captain again, ready when needed.
Back in the game, Pat Cummins showed up with a comment under an Instagram update, dropping hints about hopping on a flight to India soon. Set sights on stepping onto the field again come April 25, facing off against the Rajasthan Royals at their home ground in Jaipur. Time away wasn’t random; it gave him space to heal completely, nothing rushed. Before lacing the boots again, making sure every part was ready counted more than showing up too early.
Back injury behind Pat Cummins, focus shifts to a packed schedule
Back in August, lower back trouble started bothering Australia's captain. That problem showed up while playing in the Caribbean. It cut down how much he could bowl throughout the year. He managed only a single game at home. In Adelaide, facing England, he took six wickets. His performance helped secure victory. Pain limited his appearances, but didn’t stop his impact when it mattered.
Now back in action, Pat Cummins missed both the T20 World Cup and the beginning of the IPL despite early selection hopes. This comeback lifts SRH, sitting fourth after managing just two victories across five matches so far.
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When he is away, Ishan Kishan takes over as captain. From the sidelines, Cummins still stays close to the team, sharing advice. Head coach Daniel Vettori points out that these moments often shape how players respond under pressure.
Soon, Pat Cummins will navigate a packed global schedule. From August to next July, Australia is set for around twenty Test matches. Big contests loom against strong teams. There's also talk of a possible shot at the World Test Championship decider.
Back with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Josh Hazlewood is easing back following injury setbacks. Not far along just yet, Mitchell Starc remains away from the Delhi Capitals due to lingering shoulder and elbow trouble.
