SYDNEY, Feb 3, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood will miss the early stages of the Twenty20 World Cup as he recovers from hamstring and Achilles injuries in another setback for Australia. "Sean is an accomplished and versatile international player who has experienced numerous World Cup campaigns. Adding to their woes, star paceman Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the entire tournament in India and Sri Lanka beginning on Saturday. Australia's matches in Group B will all be played in Sri Lanka. They open against Ireland in Colombo on February 11 and will also face the co-hosts Sri Lanka, Oman and Zimbabwe.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 03, 2026 03:50 UTC