Australia Rests Captain Pat Cummins for UK Tour

Australia's cricket team announces squads for upcoming white-ball tour of the United Kingdom, resting ODI World Cup-winning captain Pat Cummins as part of a long-term load management strategy. Star all-rounder Mitch Marsh will captain the side, including facing England and Scotland in ODIs and T20s. The absence of Cummins, alongside the exclusion of veterans like David Warner and Matthew Wade, paves the way for new talents like Jake Fraser-McGurk and Cooper Connolly to join the squads. Chairman of selectors George Bailey emphasizes the focus on integrating new players for future competitions like the Champions Trophy, with Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell set to return for the ODIs, showcasing a blend of experience and fresh faces in the team.