Pat Cummins Welcomes Second Child Amidst Recovery from Injury

Australia’s regular Test captain Pat Cummins and his wife Becky have announced the birth of their second child, a baby girl named Edi. The news comes at a time when Cummins has been on paternity leave and recovering from an ankle injury that ruled him out of the Sri Lanka series. Cummins, who has been Australia’s Test captain since 2021, took to social media to share the joyous moment with fans. The cricketing fraternity, including fellow players, coaches, and former legends, extended their congratulations to the fast bowler. The Australian skipper has been balancing personal and professional commitments, ensuring that his time off the field is used to heal both physically and mentally. With the Ashes scheduled later in the year, Cummins’ recovery remains crucial for Australia. Team physiotherapists have assured fans that his rehabilitation is on track, and he is expected to return for the home series against New Zealand. Meanwhile, in his absence, Steve Smith has continued to impress as a stand-in captain, leading to debates about whether he should be given a more permanent role. Cricket Australia has stated that Cummins will return to the squad once he is fully fit, emphasizing the need to manage player workloads carefully, especially with a packed international schedule. His return is highly anticipated, as he remains a key figure in Australia’s pace attack alongside Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.

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