Pat Cummins has welcomed Australia's long-awaited return to South Africa, describing the Proteas as a "really strong side" as the visitors begin preparations for a three-Test series in October.
Australia have resisted selecting an all-pace attack for the second and final Test against Bangladesh, starting in Mackay on Saturday, with spinner Nathan Lyon keeping his place.
Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon have all returned to a strong Australia squad for the two-match Test series at home against Bangladesh next month.
Australia bowling great Glenn McGrath feels the side's first-choice pace attack are primed for next year's Ashes in England but then transition will take place.
Pat Cummins and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi found themselves on opposite ends of a dramatic IPL 2026 Eliminator, as the Australia captain endured a punishing spell at the hands of the 15-year-old batter.
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has expressed support for Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood to remain central to plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup despite their age.