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Josh Hazlewood Out of Ashes; Lyon Returns for Australia

12/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the Ashes due to hamstring and Achilles injuries.
He has played only 10 of Australia's last 20 Test matches.
Coach Andrew McDonald confirmed Hazlewood's Adelaide Tests absence and stressed recovery ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Australian spinner Nathan Lyon is set to play a role after being dropped for the second Test, with Pat Cummins returning.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 Ashes series saw Australian cricketer Steve Smith return after a suspension due to a ball-tampering scandal. His remarkable performance, scoring 774 runs, underscored the physical demands of Test cricket. In 2021, the series faced disruptions from COVID-19, raising concerns about player health and longevity, particularly for fast bowlers like Josh Hazlewood, who played only half of the matches.

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Story summary

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the Ashes due to hamstring and Achilles injuries.
He has played only 10 of Australia's last 20 Test matches.
Coach Andrew McDonald confirmed Hazlewood's Adelaide Tests absence and stressed recovery ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Australian spinner Nathan Lyon is set to play a role after being dropped for the second Test, with Pat Cummins returning.

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