Pat Cummins’ name was missing from Australia’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad, surprising fans worldwide.
He picked up an injury during the West Indies tour last year, which hasn’t fully healed yet.
Cummins was rested in the last two Ashes Tests to manage his workload and recovery.
Medical scans revealed he needed more recovery time than expected.
Cummins said he felt fit but needed complete rest for a few more weeks.
With major Test series ahead, Cummins chose long-term fitness over the T20 World Cup.