Why Pat Cummins skipped T20 World Cup 2026: the real reason behind his decision

Pat Cummins skipped T20 World Cup 2026 due to injury recovery, workload management, and prioritising long-term fitness ahead of Test

Pat Cummins’ absence from Australia’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad stunned fans worldwide

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He suffered an injury on last year’s West Indies tour that has yet to fully heal

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Cummins was rested for the final two Ashes Tests to aid recovery and manage workload

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Medical scans showed he required more recovery time than anticipated

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Cummins said he felt fine but required full rest for a few more weeks

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With key Tests ahead, Cummins prioritised long-term fitness over the T20 World Cup

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