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News India Live, Digital Desk: Just before the start of the world’s biggest battle of cricket, i.e. the Ashes series, a very big and relieving news has come for the Australian camp. Team captain and world number one fast bowler, Pat Cummins, has returned to the field after recovering from injury and has also started bowling in the nets.
This news has not only boosted the morale of the Australian team but has also increased the worries of the England team. Cricket Australia itself has released a video, in which Cummins is seen bowling.
Let us tell you that Pat Cummins was recently away from cricket due to thigh muscle strain (quadriceps injury). There was a fear regarding his injury that he might not be able to play some of the initial matches of this important series against England.
What was shown in the video?
In the video released, Pat Cummins is seen bowling in his familiar style. He was bowling the ball in the nets with his long run-up, looking like he was in good form. However, it was also clear that he is not bowling to his full potential right now, but his return is the most positive sign for the team.
The coaches and medical staff are keeping a close eye on him to ensure that he regains 100% fitness before the start of the series.
Why is it so important for Cummins to play?
Pat Cummins is not only the captain of Australia, but he is the biggest weapon of the team. His fast pace and precise line-length can trouble any batsman in the world. Especially on the fast pitches of England, where there is swing and bounce, Cummins becomes even more dangerous.
His record as a captain has also been excellent. Under his leadership, Australia defeated England 4-0 in the last Ashes series and also won the World Test Championship title. With his presence the confidence of the team increases manifold.
When is the Ashes starting?
This high-profile Ashes series between Australia and England 21 November Will start from. The first test match will be played at the Gabba ground in Brisbane. With the return of Pat Cummins, it has become almost clear that he will be fully prepared to take command of the team in the first Test, which will be no less than a nightmare for England.