Pat Cummins' blunt response to 'commentators' as Australia captain addresses rift rumours right before pink-ball Test
Hindustan TimesAustralia captain Pat Cummins has once again dismissed speculation of a rift within the team, following comments made by pacer Josh Hazlewood during the Perth Test that ignited rumors of discord. Australia's captain Pat Cummins speaks to the media during a press conference at the Adelaide Oval Hazlewood, while speaking to the media on Day 3 of the Test, had downplayed the team's batting struggles, saying, "You probably have to ask one of the batters that question. Hazlewood’s remark was quickly picked up by commentators, with former Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist suggesting that the comment might signal a division in the dressing room. Boland replaces Hazlewood As part of the build-up to the Adelaide Test, Australia made an important change to their squad, with pacer Scott Boland being added to the playing XI as a replacement for the injured Hazlewood.