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Australia's Test and ODI captain, Pat Cummins, has expressed his empathy for teammate Cameron Green, who is currently sidelined with back stress fractures. Green has opted for surgery to stabilize his condition, unlike Cummins, who chose not to undergo surgery for a similar issue.Cummins acknowledged the challenges faced by the 25-year-old all-rounder, who aspires to excel in both batting and bowling. "Really sympathetic," Cummins told The Sydney Morning Herald. "We want him bowling, Cam wants to be bowling, and he has a long career ahead of him. So it's about trying to place Cam the cricketer in the best position he can be to have the career that he's hoping for. He's young, so I'm sure he'll be right in the long run."Cummins highlighted the inherent risks of fast bowling, acknowledging the injuries that often accompany the pursuit of speed. "Bowling and trying to bowl fast is unfortunately fraught with injuries. In some ways, the hardest thing is missing cricket and seeing games go by that you could have been part of, but also it can be a pretty lonely way back," Cummins noted.Reflecting on the rehabilitation process, Cummins said, "You don't just set the clock and suddenly, you're back. There is a bit of work to get back, rehabbing and building up as well. It's always a challenge."Understanding Green's predicament, Cummins added, "It looks like Greeny is going to have that situation, which is not uncommon for him unfortunately, so he knows what needs to be done, but that doesn't make it any easier."Cummins' words underscore the support within the Australian team for Green as he navigates this challenging period in his career, aiming to return stronger and continue contributing as a key player for the team.

Cameron Green, Australia's promising fast-bowling all-rounder, faces a potential setback ahead of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. Green has been diagnosed with a stress fracture in his lower back, which has sidelined him from Australia's ODI series against England.According to reports, Green met with Australian team officials to discuss his options, including surgery or rehabilitation. The surgery, which involves inserting screws and titanium wire to bind vertebrae together, would rule Green out for several months.Green's absence would be a significant blow to Australia's plans for the India series. The 23-year-old has been a key figure in the team's recent success, contributing with both bat and ball. In 28 Tests, he has an impressive batting average of 48.57 and has taken 35 wickets.If Green opts for surgery, Australia will need to find a replacement at number six in the batting order and adjust their bowling attack. Mitchell Marsh could be asked to shoulder more of the bowling workload, while Steve Smith may return to batting at number four.Other potential candidates for the opening batting spot alongside Usman Khawaja include Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft, Matthew Renshaw, Nic Maddinson, and Sam Konstas.Australia has three remaining Sheffield Shield matches and two 'A' team games against India 'A' before the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test begins on November 22 in Perth. The team will be hoping that Green can recover in time for the series, but his participation remains uncertain.

Cameron Green's participation in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India is in jeopardy due to a persistent back injury. The Australian allrounder has been experiencing back soreness since the third ODI against England in the UK, and scans have revealed a potential stress fracture.Cricket Australia's medical and high-performance team is currently evaluating Green's condition and considering various recovery options, including surgery. If surgery is deemed necessary, it would rule Green out of the entire summer, including the four-Test series against India.However, if a non-surgical recovery plan is adopted, there is a possibility that Green could still play as a batter only later in the summer. The timeframe for his potential return is yet to be determined.Green's absence from the series would have a significant impact on Australia's batting order. It could pave the way for Steven Smith to move back to his preferred position at No. 4, opening up a spot for an opener to be selected from Shield cricket.Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft, and Matt Renshaw are all in contention for the opening slot. Harris has made a strong start to the Shield season with a century for Victoria, while Bancroft and Renshaw have had less impressive performances in the first innings of their respective matches.The decision on Green's availability and the batting order for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is expected to be made in the coming days. If Green is ruled out, it would be a major blow to Australia's hopes of retaining the trophy against India.

Cameron Green's availability for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India has been a subject of speculation, with the all-rounder expected to be available as a batter from the start of the series. However, his bowling status remains uncertain, with the possibility of him returning to the crease by the end of the five-Test showdown.Cricket Australia is set to provide an official update on Green's back injury later this week. According to reports, plans are underway to accommodate Green's limited bowling capacity during the Test summer. While he is ruled out of the opening Sheffield Shield round and unlikely to feature in the second, there is a chance he could play as a batter for Australia A against India A in early November.Despite his potential bowling limitations, the 25-year-old Green is considered a crucial member of Australia's top-six, especially after David Warner's retirement last summer. Steve Smith's move to opener was partly made to facilitate Green's inclusion.With five Tests scheduled within a short span of six weeks from late November, Mitchell Marsh may be required to step up as the primary bowler. Off-spinner Nathan Lyon is also expected to shoulder a heavy workload, particularly in Perth, Adelaide, and Brisbane, where the first three Tests will be played.Former Australian team doctor Peter Brukner believes that Green's back stress injury should not prevent him from batting or fielding once the initial pain subsides and the bone begins to heal. Green experienced discomfort after the third ODI against England and returned to Perth for scans."As soon as there's any hint of back pain, they whip them off for an MRI to see if there's any bone edema, which is the first sign there's some stress there," Brukner said. "That shows up fairly early in the process, so if you pick that up, it's an opportunity to back them off rather than pushing through it until it gets to a fracture."Green's Test debut in 2020 saw him restricted to bowling loads of about four overs per innings, and he may face a similar workload by the end of the India Tests. Melbourne and Sydney have traditionally been venues where Australia's selectors seek additional bowling options due to the slower pitches and the matches typically falling at the end of long series."The issue is the load, and as the bone recovers, you gradually increase the load through the bone," Brukner explained. "The load comes mainly from bowling – batting and fielding don't put a huge load on that part of the body, so it's feasible that once the pain settles down, you can bat and field without too many problems and feel fine."In Green's absence, Scott Boland and Michael Neser are likely to be considered as reserve options. Neser made an impressive start to the season for Queensland, dismissing Cameron Bancroft and Jayden Goodwin with the first two balls of the match and finding an edge from Marsh.

Cameron Green's back injury has cast a shadow over Australia's ODI series against England and raised concerns about his availability for the upcoming home summer. The allrounder was ruled out of the final two ODIs after scans revealed soreness following the third match in Durham.Green's injury history includes stress fractures of the back, which he suffered in 2019 and during his time in the domestic system. While the extent of his current injury is yet to be determined, a prolonged absence would have significant implications for Australia's plans.Green's absence would create a vacancy in the middle order, potentially allowing Steven Smith to return to his preferred No. 4 position. It could also open the door for a specialist opener to partner Usman Khawaja.Head coach Andrew McDonald had previously indicated that the incumbent top six would start the Test series against India, but Green's injury could force a rethink. Cameron Bancroft, Matt Renshaw, and Marcus Harris are among the candidates who could be considered for a recall.Green's bowling would also be missed. Pat Cummins had anticipated that Green and Mitchell Marsh would share the workload with Australia's frontline attack during the Tests. If Green is unable to bowl, Marsh's role would become even more crucial.Ricky Ponting expressed concern about Green's injury, noting his history of back problems. However, he suggested that Green could still play as a specialist batter if his bowling is affected.Green was expected to feature in at least one Sheffield Shield match in October before the start of Australia's home international season. Pakistan will visit for T20Is and ODIs ahead of the Tests against India, which begin on November 22 in Perth.

Australia XI, led by Mitchell Marsh, won the toss and elected to field first against Scotland XI in the second T20I in Edinburgh. The Scottish openers, George Munsey and Ollie Hairs, got off to a solid start, putting on 30 runs for the first wicket before Munsey was dismissed by Sean Abbott for 15.Brandon McMullen and Richie Berrington then steadied the Scottish innings, adding 45 runs for the second wicket. McMullen played a particularly aggressive innings, hitting two sixes and two fours in his 32-ball 40. Berrington, on the other hand, was more circumspect, scoring 24 off 28 balls.However, Scotland's progress was halted by the introduction of Cameron Green into the attack. Green bowled a superb spell, taking 2/19 in his three overs, including the crucial wicket of Berrington. Matthew Cross (16) and Michael Leask (10*) also made useful contributions, but Scotland were eventually restricted to 103/4 in their 20 overs.In reply, Australia XI lost Jake Fraser-McGurk (1) early on, but Travis Head (26) and Mitchell Marsh (24) put on 49 runs for the second wicket to put their team in control. Josh Inglis (18*) and Cameron Green (16*) then finished off the chase with ease, guiding Australia XI to a comfortable six-wicket victory with 10 balls to spare.

Australia's pace attack, led by Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, has been a formidable force in recent years. However, with a grueling five-Test series against India on the horizon, Cummins anticipates a greater workload for all-rounders Cameron Green and Mitchell Marsh.In the past, Australia's all-rounders have played a limited role in the bowling department. However, Cummins believes that this summer will be different. "I suspect this summer might be a bit different at time," he said. "We'll be drawing on Cam Green and Mitch Marsh a bit more."Green, who has taken 35 wickets in Tests, has been a revelation with the bat, scoring a magnificent 174 not out against New Zealand earlier this year. He is expected to bat at No. 4 and provide valuable overs with the ball.Marsh, on the other hand, is a more experienced all-rounder who has played 32 Tests for Australia. He is a reliable batsman and a handy medium-pacer.Cummins believes that having all-rounders in the top six gives Australia a significant advantage. "The first point is they both absolutely make the top six on their batting alone which is a luxury," he said. "It makes a big difference to have that fifth bowling option. And with someone like Cam and Mitch we have six bowling options."The presence of all-rounders also helps manage the workload of the frontline bowlers. "It's nice of them to say that, they'd never say it to my face," Cummins joked. "When I'm at the top of their mark asking them to do something, they know I'm also doing it down the other end and wouldn't ask for something I can't do myself."Australia has a healthy stockpile of fast-bowling resources behind the big three, including Scott Boland, Michael Neser, Lance Morris, Xavier Bartlett, and Jhye Richardson. However, Cummins is confident that his frontline bowlers can get through the India series without any major issues."I'm feeling really good," he said. "I've had a couple of months off bowling now, so I'm feeling fresh and ready to go."

Cameron Green, the Australian all-rounder, had an unforgettable experience during his first season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The opportunity to bat alongside the legendary Virat Kohli and share the dressing room with him was a highlight for Green.Green was initially acquired by the Mumbai Indians for a whopping Rs 17.5 crore during the IPL 2023 Auction. However, following the conclusion of the player retention deadline for the upcoming IPL 2024 season in November 2023, Green was traded to RCB after spending one season with Mumbai Indians.During his stint with Mumbai Indians in 2023, Green featured in 16 matches, scoring 220 runs at an average of 27.50 and taking 12 wickets at an economy rate of 8.50. Subsequently, he represented RCB in 13 games, accumulating 255 runs at an impressive average of 31.88 and claiming 10 wickets at an economy rate of 8.25.Speaking about Virat Kohli, Green said: "It's always pretty special when you look back at these times playing with Virat. He gave 110% every single time he plays, which is the beauty of him.""It's never towards a batter or anything, it's just pumping himself up, pumping the team up," he added.Green is currently part of Australia's squad for the T20 World Cup. The 25-year-old was part of the victorious Australia team that won the ODI World Cup title in 2023, beating India in the summit clash.Green's experience in the IPL has been invaluable for his development as a cricketer. He has learned from some of the best players in the world and has gained valuable experience in different conditions. He will be hoping to continue his good form in the T20 World Cup and help Australia defend their title.

Cameron Green, the Australian all-rounder, has expressed his eagerness to play in the T20 World Cup despite a staggered arrival in the Caribbean after the Indian Premier League (IPL). Green, who has endured extensive travel in 2023, said he is accustomed to the long journeys, having experienced a 38-hour flight to join the Australian squad.Green's journey to Barbados was relatively smooth compared to some of his teammates, with only one lost bag. He was given a few days at home in Perth after RCB's elimination from the IPL a week ago."Just one bag lost - my cricket bag but it came the next day. My trip was about 38 hours while Starcy's (Mitchell Starc) was about 60 hours. So overall happy," Green told reporters after Australia's training session on Monday.Green's comfort in living out of a suitcase helped him find his rhythm late in the IPL campaign. After early struggles, he played an important role with bat and ball for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).Green was dropped by RCB five games into the competition but regained his footing during the team's late charge into the playoffs. He increased his strike rate from 107.93 in his first five games to 170.21 in his last seven.While Green may not be in Australia's XI for the match against Oman on Thursday, he could potentially bat anywhere in the top eight if needed."That's the beauty of what I've been exposed to in the last few years. It's not always been a consistent spot that I've locked into. But at the same time, I'm also thankful for that. I feel like I can jump in at many different roles. I think that's where I see myself this tournament, maybe plugging holes in the team," he added.Green admitted to feeling a touch sore after spending more time on the net than any of his colleagues since joining the group. However, he believes his preparation couldn't have been better.Balancing Green's workloads across different formats has been a concern for Australian management, given his rapid rise as a sought-after player."Talking to the other guys, it's been quite ridiculous the amount of travel and the lack of days at home, compared to normal years. I think you weirdly get used to it, been doing it for two years now. This is the most prepared I've been for some sort of tour. I think you (often) go from a Test tour into a T20 or straight into a Test tour - it's pretty extreme. But that's the beauty of the IPL this year. You actually got some unbelievable practice leading into this. So a lot of the guys in our team are pretty confident and hopefully, we can start the tournament off well," Green said.The World Test Champion and ODI World Cup winner will kickstart its tournament against Oman on Wednesday.