Overview
- Head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed Josh Hazlewood will miss the Brisbane pink-ball Test and is in the first week of hamstring rehabilitation, with an appearance later in the series expected.
- Pat Cummins said he is only a “half chance” for December 4, as McDonald described his recovery as nearing completion with a decision to come closer to the match.
- Australia’s two-day win in Perth cut short planned bowling workloads for Cummins, who returned to Sydney and will be reassessed before selection.
- Brendan Doggett is likely to retain his place if Cummins is unavailable after taking five wickets on debut and executing the team’s short-ball plans.
- Nathan Lyon remains part of plans for the day-night Test, and Usman Khawaja’s back spasms are under medical review with his availability for Brisbane not guaranteed.