Cummins to miss first ODI as Australia prioritizes Test preparations

Pat Cummins is expected to miss the first ODI against South Africa as he, along with Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood, is being managed to focus on upcoming Test matches. Cummins arrived late to South Africa, which has influenced this decision. Australia's pace attack will shift their priorities toward preparing for the Test series, with the ODIs taking a back seat. More information about Cummins' availability and potential lineup changes will be provided as the match approaches.

• 4:58 AMESPNcricinfo — Cummins likely to miss first ODI with quicks prioritising Test preparations