Australia’s T20 World Cup journey quickly faltered, as losses to Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe meant the team exited the tournament early.
The absence of key fast bowlers Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood was a significant topic throughout the event.
Both players missed the competition due to injuries, which left a less experienced bowling unit to handle crucial matches.
Their upcoming participation in the IPL has sparked renewed conversation among fans still coming to terms with the team’s early departure.
Nonetheless, selectors are maintaining that scheduling issues, not priorities, are to blame for their absence.
Selecting on timing issues for Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood
Hazlewood has been struggling with fitness for several months. What started as a hamstring injury in November has now developed into ongoing concerns with his Achilles and calf.
Cummins’ case is different but similarly disappointing. He hasn’t played since the third Ashes Test in mid-December, where he played a key role in securing a series victory.
