Pat Cummins Leaves SRH for Back Injury Scan

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has departed the team's camp in India to return to Australia for a final medical scan on his persistent back injury, with clearance expected to allow his return for the second phase of the Indian Premier League on April 17.

The 32-year-old Australian fast bowler left immediately after Sunrisers Hyderabad's 65-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders on April 3 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. According to reports, the scan is being conducted under the supervision of Cricket Australia's medical team as part of a pre-planned return-to-play protocol. Cummins has not featured in any matches this IPL season, despite joining the squad ahead of its start and participating in net bowling sessions every third day to build fitness.

Cummins' injury, a back stress issue, has sidelined him since July 2025, limiting him to just one appearance in the 2025-26 Ashes series at home against England. He also missed Australia's 2026 T20 World Cup campaign following a minor setback in his recovery. Prior to the IPL, Cummins addressed his condition on the Business of Sports podcast, stating, "I'm still recovering from a back injury, but it's good. I'm back bowling in...