Bangladesh face Australia Test might as Cummins, Hazlewood and Lyon return

Australia are set to regain a major boost for their upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh, with Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon all expected to return to strengthen the squad, according to a report from Al Jazeera Latest.

The three senior bowlers have been sidelined by injury, and their availability would give Australia a far more experienced attack as they prepare for the series. Their return would also restore much of the balance and depth that has made Australia difficult to face in Test cricket.

Cummins, the fast-bowling leader and captain, has been a central figure in Australia’s Test setup, while Hazlewood’s control with the new ball and Lyon’s off-spin have long been key parts of the team’s bowling plans. Bringing all three back at once would significantly lift Australia’s chances of fielding a side close to full strength.

The feed summary indicates that Australia are returning to full strength for the two-match contest against Bangladesh, with the injured trio expected to reinforce the squad. No further squad details were included in the monitored public feed.

Bangladesh will be facing an Australia side that, if these returns are confirmed, will arrive with far more experience and variety in its bowling options. That could make the series a stern test for the hosts, particularly against a pace unit led by Cummins and Hazlewood and supported by Lyon’s wicket-taking threat in longer spells.

The report is based on a monitored public feed from Al Jazeera Latest and reflects the information provided there. Source attribution is included below.

Source: Al Jazeera Latest - https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/7/21/bangladesh-face-australia-test-might-as-cummins-hazlewood-and-lyon-return?traffic_source=rss