Pat Cummins: Australia captain 'unlikely' to play in first Ashes Test

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Australia captain Pat Cummins reveals he may miss the first Ashes Test against England in Perth due to a back injury, which has sidelined him since July. His availability for the remaining series is uncertain.

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