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Cummins, Hazlewood, and Lyon return for Australia Tests against Bangladesh

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Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Cummins, Hazlewood, and Lyon return for Australia Tests against Bangladesh

Summary

Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon, and Josh Hazlewood are back in Australia's squad for their two-Test series against Bangladesh, starting August 13. These returns significantly reinforce Australia's bowling lineup, as the trio contributed only three Tests during the previous home Ashes series. The selection introduces a potential dilemma for head coach Andrew McDonald, with Scott Boland's strong performance against England complicating team dynamics. Australia faces Bangladesh ahead of a challenging three-Test tour of South Africa in October.

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•Cummins, Hazlewood, and Lyon included in squad for Bangladesh Tests.
•First Test begins on August 13 in Darwin.
•Boland's 20 wickets in Ashes create selection challenges.
•Jake Weatherald returns to the squad after strong County performances.
•Australia prepares for a tour of South Africa following the Bangladesh series.

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Australia have been handed a huge boost to their bowling attack with the return of Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon and Josh Hazlewood to the squad for their two-Test series against Bangladesh.
— Sky Sports

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