Steven Smith, the Australian captain for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, hurt his right elbow throwing a ball on the field on Friday in a Big Bash League game.After receiving additional expert guidance, he is getting ready to join the test squad in Dubai later this week.
As more information becomes available, it will be shared,” an Australian press release stated.Smith was brought in because Pat Cummins, the full-time captain, is unable to travel because of an ankle ailment and the birth of his second child.
High workloads over the Test summer exacerbated Pat Cummins’ left ankle injury, which he is currently recovering from. According to the announcement, Cummins will likely need a time of physical preparation and recuperation and will consult an expert in rehabilitation this week.
While playing for the Brisbane Heat, left-arm spinner Mathew Kunnemann, who made an outstanding debut in India in 2023 and was chosen for the Sri Lankan trip as well, suffered a broken thumb.While the surgical wound continues to heal, he will stay in Australia. According to the announcement, he is expected to start bowling again this week with the goal of joining the team in Sri Lanka if he keeps improving.
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