Breaking News: Pat Cummins likely to miss third Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy ; Steve Smith to lead

The third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India, which is slated to start in Indore on March 1, will be played without Australia skipper Pat Cummins. Due to his mother’s sickness, Cummins had to fly home to Sydney after Australia lost the second Test.

He was anticipated to return to India for the third Test, which starts on Wednesday. But, the 29-year-old has acknowledged that his mother’s condition will prevent him from participating in the Indore Test. Steve Smith is anticipated to take the series’ helm in his absence.

“I’ve chosen not to go back to India right now. Being here with my family is where I feel at my best “According to a statement made by Cummins, cricket.com.au. He further added “I appreciate all of Cricket Australia’s and my teammates’ unwavering support. Thank you for your cooperation”.

After the three-day conclusion in Delhi, there would be a nine-day gap until the next Test, therefore it was anticipated that Cummins will re-join the team before the third Test. After humiliating losses in Nagpur and Delhi, respectively, Australia now trails India 0-2 in the four-match series.

In Indore, star bowler Mitchell Starc, who was absent for the first two Test matches, would take Cummins’ position.