Pat Cummins, the skipper of Australia, has been working hard at the nets of NSW and he has been bowling at his maximum speed in the process. The Gabba Test, commencing on December 4, was the reason for his heightened bowling efforts during the NSW training as well. The fast-bowling star wants to leave a strong impression during the upcoming match.
Cummins was previously unavailable for the much-anticipated Ashes first match in Perth that started on November 21. The exclusion of the main Australian bowler from the first Test was a huge setback to the home team’s campaign against England. Nevertheless, his time with NSW has allowed the healing process to be a lot less painful.
The captain now sees playing in the day-night Test at the Gabba as the next step in his comeback. His involvement would be a huge boost for the Australian team going into the key battle. The amount of fitness work being done points to the team’s assurance of his participation in the Brisbane match.
Pat Cummins gets some bowling in at the SCG nets:
The captain of Australia, Pat Cummins, has prepared by bowling at full pace during NSW nets for the second Ashes Test. He has increased the volume of his bowling at the training in NSW to be ready for the Gabba. Cummins showed a good practice day at the SCG on Saturday as NSW is preparing to play against Victoria in the Sheffield Shield starting Monday.
The 32-year-old worked during the net sessions like an athlete and delivered signals about his fitness levels that were nothing short of amazing. His training indicated he was not just making but rather blazing a trail back to international cricket. The captain’s commitment to regaining full fitness could be seen all through his preparatory work.
Australia will make the first Test with Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Boland, all of whom will participate in the Shield matches and then travel to Perth. These seasoned fast bowlers make up a strong bowling attack for the Ashes battle. Shield cricket, along with the match rhythm of fast bowlers, secures a comfortable transition to the beginning of the Perth Test.