Overview
- Coach Andrew McDonald confirmed Josh Hazlewood will miss the rest of the series due to a separate lower calf-to-Achilles issue distinct from his earlier hamstring injury.
- Hazlewood’s rehabilitation will be redirected toward preparation for the T20 World Cup.
- McDonald said Pat Cummins will be available for the Adelaide Test after completing multiple match‑simulation spells at Allan Border Field.
- Selectors are planning for a different bowling balance in Adelaide with Cummins resuming the captaincy.
- Mitch Marsh remains available for Test selection this season despite announcing he will retire from first‑class cricket at season’s end.