Pat Cummins Eyes IPL 2026 Second Half Return for SRH After Injury

• Pat Cummins, SRH captain, provides an update on his recovery from a back injury.
• He aims to return for the second half of IPL 2026, including the finals.
• Cummins is currently bowling in the nets every third day as part of his recovery plan.
• Ishan Kishan will captain SRH in Cummins' absence for the initial matches.
• SRH's bowling attack is considered weak without Cummins, relying on less experienced overseas pacers.

Key Questions Answered

When does Pat Cummins expect to return for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026?

Pat Cummins is expected to join Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 24, 2026. He is recovering from a back injury and will miss the initial matches of IPL 2026.

Which player will captain SRH in Pat Cummins' absence for the IPL 2026 opener?

Ishan Kishan will captain Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2026 opener. He will step in for Pat Cummins, who is recovering from a back injury.