Overview
- The Australia captain says his back feels good and his recovery is on track after several bowling sessions in Perth.
- He has built up to around 10 overs in practice and plans a couple more bowls ahead of the Brisbane day-night Test on December 4.
- He has not played since a lower‑back stress injury in July and missed the Perth opener while staying with the squad.
- Any return will be decided with input from Australia's physios, doctors and selectors, and Brendan Doggett would likely make way if he is cleared.
- Fellow quick Josh Hazlewood remains injured and is reportedly unlikely to be fit for the second Test.