Cummins Expects Increased Role for All-Rounders in India Series

Australia's Test captain, Pat Cummins, anticipates a heavier bowling workload for all-rounders Cameron Green and Mitchell Marsh in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India, starting November 22. Cummins highlighted that both players, who excel in batting, will be crucial as Australia aims to reclaim the trophy, especially given the intense schedule of five Tests in six weeks. He noted that while the past summers featured lighter matches, this series might require them to lean more on Green and Marsh's bowling capabilities. Green, who has taken 35 wickets in 28 Tests, started his career primarily as a bowler, and Cummins believes he will play a more significant role now that he’s more experienced. The captain emphasized the importance of having multiple bowling options, referring to their ability to field six bowlers thanks to the all-rounders. Cummins has chosen to skip the white-ball tour to manage his workload before the series, aiming to be in peak condition for the Tests.