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‘I’m back bowling’: Cummins eyes IPL return, backs Ishan Kishan as SRH captain

Australia captain Pat Cummins is targeting a mid-IPL 2026 return after resuming bowling following a back injury. He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournam…

‘I’m back bowling’: Cummins eyes IPL return, backs Ishan Kishan as SRH captain

Australia captain Pat Cummins is targeting a mid-IPL 2026 return after resuming bowling following a back injury. He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournament and finals.

Key takeaways

Quick scan — what you need to know:

  • Australia captain Pat Cummins is targeting a mid-IPL 2026 return after resuming bowling following a back injury.
  • He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournament and finals.
  • In his absence, Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad, a decision Cummins fully supports.

Background

What led here, in plain terms:

  • He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournament and finals.
  • In his absence, Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad, a decision Cummins fully supports.

Why it matters

Why readers and decision-makers should care:

  • In his absence, Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad, a decision Cummins fully supports.
  • Australia captain Pat Cummins is targeting a mid-IPL 2026 return after resuming bowling following a back injury.
  • He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournament and finals.