It should have been a confident buildup after winning the Ashes opener by eight wickets within two days against England in Perth, but the Australian head coach, Andrew McDonald, and selectors have found themselves in a waiting game, awaiting the medical checks.
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Andrew McDonald told reporters, as quoted by ESPNCricinfo, “He's working through the first week of his rehab. I'm not sure that we need to give an update on that. Once he gets further down the track and we have some rough timelines, then we'll be in a position to communicate that.
Pat Cummins is almost ready, but Australia is set for a last-minute call at The Gabba
Meanwhile, Pat Cummins is inching closer to his comeback, and McDonald said that his impressive bowling sessions in Perth had raised excitement. But the two-day finish in Perth forced changes in the plan, as the Australian captain was supposed to bowl on Day 4 of the first Test, but with everyone travelling home early, that session had to be delayed.
With the second Test being a day-night match and another long break before the third Ashes Test at Adelaide, the final call may come only on the eve of the second Test in Brisbane. McDonald noted, “Once we see him again, we'll be able to then join the dots as to what that potentially looks like.”
"But it will be a genuine discussion leading into this Test match. That may be one that eventuates late for us. A little bit to work through, but it's nearing completion, which is really, really positive.”
Usman Khawaja’s sudden back spasm forces urgent medical checks
On the other hand, Usman Khawaja’s sudden back spasms have caused the biggest concern in the Australian camp amidst the ongoing Ashes 2025-26. He only managed to bat once and dropped a catch at slip before leaving the field in discomfort.
The Australian head coach explained that a back spasm usually points to something underneath, especially since Khawaja has never experienced it before, which is why they want further investigation.
McDonald signed off by saying, “So, I think that further investigation is just due diligence around that. You spasm for a reason. He hasn't had it before, so that's what will probably entail a bit more further investigation. My gut feeling is that it should be okay, but as I said, we'll wait for that information to present.”
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