Archive · 3 Dec 2025
Pat Cummins' Return Uncertain for 2nd Ashes Test
Australia and England are playing the second Ashes Test match in Brisbane.
The match starts on Thursday.
Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, might play after recovering from a back injury.
The team is still deciding who will play.
England has already chosen their players.
Australia has won most of their pink-ball matches at home.
The pitch in Brisbane might be different from other places, which could affect how the players bat and bowl.
The series is important, and Australia is currently leading 1-0.
Australia and England are set to play the 2nd Ashes Test in Brisbane on December 4, 2025.
Pat Cummins' return as captain for Australia is uncertain due to a back injury.
England has already named their playing XI, while Australia is still deciding.
Australia has a strong record in pink-ball Tests, winning 12 out of 13 hosted matches.
The pitch at the Gabba might offer different conditions compared to other venues.
- Who
- Australia and England cricket teams
- What
- 2nd Ashes Test match
- When
- December 4, 2025
- Where
- Gabba, Brisbane
- Why
- Part of the Ashes Test series
- Match
- 2nd Ashes Test
- Date
- December 4, 2025
- Venue
- Gabba, Brisbane
- Time
- Thursday
- Australia's Record
- 12 wins out of 13 pink-ball Tests hosted
- Series Standings
- Australia leads 1-0
- Pat Cummins' Status
- Uncertain due to back injury
- England's Playing XI
- Already named
Sources
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