Australia captain Pat Cummins is targeting a mid-IPL 2026 return after resuming bowling following a back injury. He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournament and finals. In his absence, Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad, a decision Cummins fully supports.‘I’m back bowling’: Pat Cummins eyes IPL return, backs Ishan Kishan as SRH captain
Australia captain Pat Cummins is targeting a mid-IPL 2026 return after resuming bowling following a back injury. He confirmed a structured rehabilitation plan aimed for his availability for the latter half of the tournament and finals. In his absence, Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad, a decision Cummins fully supports.