Overview
- Australia confirmed Josh Hazlewood will miss the remaining three Tests after an Achilles setback on top of a hamstring issue, with his preparation now targeting the T20 World Cup early next year.
- England ruled out Mark Wood for the rest of the tour due to a recurrence of his left‑knee injury, and he will fly home to begin rehabilitation under ECB care.
- Surrey seamer Matthew Fisher has been added to England’s squad from the Lions as cover ahead of the third Test starting December 17 in Adelaide.
- Coach Andrew McDonald said Pat Cummins completed match‑like workloads and is expected to lead Australia in Adelaide after missing the first two Tests, which Steve Smith captained.
- Australia lead the five‑match series 2–0, meaning a draw in Adelaide would retain the urn for the hosts, while separately New Zealand called up uncapped quick Michael Rae for the December 10 Test against West Indies after injuries to Matt Henry and Nathan Smith.