Pat Cummins confirms Nathan Lyon’s return for Ashes 2025

Australia skipper Pat Cummins has ruled out fielding four frontline pacers in the upcoming Ashes against England, confirming that spinner Nathan Lyon will retain his place. Cummins called it 'very unlikely' that Lyon would be dropped again, adding that home conditions demand spin variety. The decision comes as Cummins races against time to recover from a back injury.