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Pat Cummins Ruled Out of T20 WC 2026, Australia Names Final Squad

Australia's preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup have been dealt a significant blow with the news that star fast bowler Pat Cummins has been ruled out due to a back injury. The defending champions have finalized their 15-member squad, with Mitchell Marsh confirmed as captain for the tournament in India and Sri Lanka. Selectors have brought in Ben Dwarshuis and Matthew Renshaw as replacements, expressing confidence in their abilities to perform in the expected conditions. Australia will begin their campaign in Group B against Ireland on February 11 in Colombo.

Key Points: Australia's T20 World Cup Squad: Pat Cummins Ruled Out

  • Pat Cummins ruled out with back injury
  • Mitchell Marsh to captain defending champions
  • Ben Dwarshuis and Matthew Renshaw called up
  • Australia in Group B with Sri Lanka, Ireland
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Pat Cummins ruled out of T20 WC 2026, Australia finalise 15-member squad

Pat Cummins misses T20 World Cup 2026 due to injury. Australia finalizes 15-man squad led by Mitchell Marsh. Full squad details and selector quotes inside.

"s inside.QUOTE: With Pat needing more time to recover... Ben is a ready replacement. - Tony Dodemaide"

New Delhi, January 31

The Australian men's cricket team copped a massive blow as Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 due to injury. Australia finalised their 15-member squad for the marquee tournament, set to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7-March 8. Mitchell Marsh is set to captain the 2021 T20 World Cup winners.

Pat Cummins has not fully recovered from his ongoing back injury and will miss the tournament, as per the ICC website. Top-order batter Matthew Short has also been left out of the original 15-member squad.

Ben Dwarshuis and Matthew Renshaw have been included in Australia's squad.

Australia squad for T20 World Cup 2026:

Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Cameron Green, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Renshaw, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa.

Selector Tony Dodemaide expressed confidence about Dwarshuis and Renshaw, believing they can deliver strong performances in the World Cup.

"With Pat needing more time to recover from his back injury Ben is a ready replacement who offers a left-arm pace option as well as dynamic fielding and late-order hitting. We believe his ability to swing the ball at good pace along with clever variations will be well suited to the conditions we expect and overall structure of the squad," Dodemaide said as quoted by the ICC website.

"Matt (Renshaw) has impressed in all formats of late, including in multiple roles in white ball formats for Australia, the Queensland Bulls and the Brisbane Heat. With the top order settled and spin heavy conditions expected in the pool stages in Sri Lanka, we also feel Matt provides extra middle order support, with Tim David completing his return to play program in the early phase of the tournament," Dodemaide added.

Australia are slotted in Group B of the 2026 T20 World Cup, alongside Ireland, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka and Oman. They will play their first World Cup match against Ireland on February 11 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Injuries are part of the game, but it's sad for a player to miss a World Cup. Hope he recovers soon. On the other hand, excited for the tournament to be in India and SL! The atmosphere is going to be electric. 🇮🇳
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Aman W
Their squad still looks very strong. Maxwell, Head, Stoinis... all dangerous players. Our bowlers will have their work cut out. But playing at home is a huge advantage. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
Respectfully, I think leaving out Matthew Short is a mistake. He's been in great touch in the BBL. Renshaw is a solid player, but Short offers more firepower at the top. Australia might regret this selection.
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Priyanka N
The real focus should be on our Indian team's preparation! Let the Aussies manage their squad. We need to support Rohit, Virat, Bumrah and the boys to bring the cup home. Can't wait for the first match!
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Karthik V
Good to see the tournament is co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Subcontinent pitches, spinners will play a big role. Australia's squad has Zampa and Kuhnemann, but will it be enough? Our trio of Kuldeep, Jadeja, and Bishnoi are ready!

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