When a Test captain is ruled out with a back injury three months before the Ashes, it is understandable for fans to panic a little! The Ashes is not just the next series; it is THE series, which is a legacy, fuels rivalries, and makes every cricket fan hold their breath with every ball. So, when Pat Cummins said he has a back issue that has stuck around, it seems like the worst possible news! But if you are Pat Cummins, panic does not seem to be in his vernacular. The Aussie captain is calm, collected, and strangely relaxed about Australia’s pace-bowling depth.
Depth Isn’t Just About Big Names
It’s easy to look at the injury list—Lance Morris ruled out, Jhye Richardson racing against the clock, Mahli Beardman and Callum Vidler nursing stress fractures—and feel the cupboard looks a little bare. But Cummins isn’t losing sleep, and here’s why: depth in Australian cricket has never been about just the shiny names. Behind the headline quicks, there’s a steady flow of reliable operators like Michael Neser, Sean Abbott, and Brendan Doggett. They may not dominate highlight reels, but they do the job. Add in Scott Boland, who has already proved he can thrive in Ashes pressure cookers, and you start seeing why Cummins calls the cupboard “well stocked.”
Timing Is Everything
When it comes to Cummins’ own return, it’s a different story altogether. Although he has yet to set a date for his return, he wanted at least a month of practice bowling before the first Test in Perth on November 21. This is making it hab bit close to comfort, but he was adamant that there was enough time to build up. Even if he missed some Sheffield Shield games, Cummins is confident that he will be ready to go. The Australians are taking the long-term view with their pace bowlers, which is clear to see. They would much prefer to be a few overs underdone in domestic cricket, rather than overworking their spearhead with overs during the Ashes.
England’s Comeback Story Raises the Stakes
Not to mention Archer, England’s pace attack is starting to look frightening again. Archer’s 4-18 in an ODI against South Africa would have been good enough for the silver screens – but it was a serious warning. Mark Wood is on the right track, Ben Stokes is in training again, and Chris Woakes has not thrown in the towel with surgery averted. England’s bowling attack depth has not looked this dangerous compared to Australia in quite a while, and that is setting up a mouth-watering Ashes contest. And this is why Cummins’ calm assurance is so crucial. If the captain is visibly shaken, the dressing room is too. Instead, he is making it unequivocally clear: “Chill, we’ve got this.”
The Ashes will come down to depth, patience, and timing. So the question is, when the series starts in Perth, will it be Australia’s depth or England’s revival that makes the bigger statement?
FAQs
1. Is Pat Cummins injured ahead of the Ashes 2025?
Yes, he is managing a lingering back issue, but is optimistic about his return.
2. Has Pat Cummins set a timeline for his comeback?
He aims to be bowling at least a month before the first Test in Perth on November 21.
3. Is Australia’s fast-bowling lineup strong despite injuries?
Yes, Cummins insists the team has enough depth to cover any potential injuries.
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