Australia has confirmed Pat Cummins with return from injury for the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide.
The captain missed the first two Test with a back injury - but was close to returning for the second Test.
With Australia leading the series 2-0, Cummins will slide into the first XI - along with Nathan Lyon, who was omitted from the team for Adelaide.
This means seamers Michael Neser and Brendan Doggett are at significant risk of being dropped for the experienced duo, while Scott Boland will also be nervous.
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After missing the second Test through injury, Usman Khawaja has retained his place in the squad, but his selection is in doubt after the success of Travis Head opening the batting with Jake Weatherald.
There are no omissions from the 14-man squad picked for Adelaide, with Cummins the only change.
Australia Ashes squad - 2nd Test vs. England
- Pat Cummins (C)
- Steve Smith (VC)
- Travis Head
- Usman Khawaja
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Cameron Green
- Beau Webster
- Alex Carey
- Josh Inglis
- Mitchell Starc
- Scott Boland
- Nathan Lyon
- Brendan Doggett
- Jake Weatherald
- Michael Neser
The Ashes 2025/26 Schedule
The 2025/26 Ashes Test series is a part of the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. Here is the full schedule for the five-match series:
| Fixture | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| AUS def. ENG by 8 wickets 1st Test | Nov 21-25 | Perth Stadium |
| AUS def. ENG by 8 wickets 2nd Test (D/N) | Dec 4-8 | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| AUS vs ENG 3rd Test | Dec 17-21 | Adelaide Oval |
| AUS vs ENG 4th Test | Dec 26-30 | Melbourne Cricket Ground |
| AUS vs ENG 5th Test | Jan 4-8 | Sydney Cricket Ground |