Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Australia's T20 World Cup Squad Faces Injury Concerns
Australia is preparing for the T20 World Cup in 2026, but some of their important players are injured.
Pat Cummins, who is the captain of Australia's Test and ODI teams, might be included in the squad, but he has not played a T20 match in over 18 months due to injuries.
Tim David, another key player, has a hamstring injury and will miss the rest of the Big Bash League, but he could still be ready for the World Cup.
Josh Hazlewood is also recovering from an injury.
Australia will play their group matches against Ireland, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Oman in Sri Lanka.
The team hopes that these players will recover in time to help them win the tournament.
Pat Cummins is set to be included in Australia's T20 World Cup 2026 squad despite injury concerns.
Tim David has been ruled out of the remainder of the Big Bash League due to a hamstring strain but remains in contention for the T20 World Cup.
Josh Hazlewood is also expected to be part of Australia's bowling attack if fit.
Australia's T20 World Cup campaign begins on February 11, 2026, against Ireland in Colombo.
The team will also play matches against Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Oman in Sri Lanka.
- Who
- Pat Cummins, Tim David, and Josh Hazlewood
- What
- Injury concerns for Australia's T20 World Cup 2026 squad
- When
- Tournament starts on February 7, 2026; Australia's first match on February 11, 2026
- Where
- Matches in Sri Lanka at R. Premadasa Stadium and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
- Why
- Key players' fitness is crucial for Australia's campaign
- Player 1
- Pat Cummins
- Player 2
- Tim David
- Player 3
- Josh Hazlewood
- Team
- Australia
- Tournament
- ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Group
- Group B
- Opponents
- Ireland, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, Oman
- Venues
- R. Premadasa Stadium, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
- Start Date
- February 7, 2026
- Australia's First Match
- February 11, 2026, against Ireland
Sources
Pat Cummins Set To Be Included In Australia's T20 World Cup Squad But...
2026 T20 World Cup: Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood in line to be included in Australia squad
Tim David Out Of Remaining BBL Campaign Due To Hamstring Strain; Selection Hopes For T20 World Cup Intact
