Fast bowler Cummins, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, expressed frustration over the financial strain of choosing between Australia's Test series against Bangladesh (13-26 August) and franchise commitments. His wife Becky, from Harrogate, mentioned his interest in playing for Northern Superchargers, the IPL-owned Hundred side. The Bangladesh Tests, Australia's first since 2017, will be held in Darwin (first Test since 2004) and Mackay (debut Test venue).

Cummins, recovering from a back injury that limited his Ashes participation, will miss the IPL's start but prioritizes Test duty. The series marks a historic return for Bangladesh to Australian soil since 2003, adding stakes for both teams.