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Pat Cummins is aiming for a swift recovery from his lumbar bone stress injury to return in time for the home Ashes. Confident about Australia's bowling depth, the skipper is determined to push himself to be fit for the first Test against England in Perth.

Steve Smith is set to rejoin the Australian lineup for the second Test against the West Indies in Grenada after recovering from a finger injury. His return is a significant boost as Australia aims to secure a series victory. Smith will modify his fielding position to avoid the slips, while the West Indies celebrate Kraigg Brathwaite's 100th Test match.