New Delhi, Oct. 7 -- Australia will face India in a three-match ODI series starting October 19 in Perth, followed by five T20s. World Cup-winning captain Pat Cummins has failed to make it to the 15-player ODI squad.

Mitchell Marsh will continue to captain the ODI squad. Pat Cummins is still recovering from a back issue. Scans earlier revealed lumbar bone stress even though it was not a fracture.

In September, Cricket Australia confirmed that the 32-year-old all-rounder would miss the upcoming series against India and New Zealand. Medical staff are taking a cautious approach to ensure Cummins is fit for the home Ashes, starting on November 21, 2025.

"Cummins won't be considered for the upcoming limited-overs series against India or New ...