Australia have been handed a huge boost to their bowling attack with the return of Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon and Josh Hazlewood to the squad for their two‑Test series against Bangladesh. The trio played just three Tests between them during the home Ashes series, with Hazlewood missing from Australia’s Test side since July 2025.

Their returns – alongside the selections of seamers Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland – could create a selection headache for Baggy Greens’ head coach Andrew Mc Donald. Boland took 20 wickets in the series against England as Australia won the series 4‑1.

The returns of Hazlewood and Cummins mean Michael Neser misses out despite taking 15 wickets in the winter Ashes series. The squad also sees a return for opener Jake Weatherald, who has looked in fine fettle for Leicestershire in the County Championship, scoring 483 runs at an average of 60.37.

Warwickshire overseas player Beau Webster provides an all‑round option, with Cameron Green also looking to make an impact after a disappointing Ashes series. Australia’s two‑Test series against Bangladesh, with the second Test being played in the Queensland town of Mackay, will prepare for a formidable three‑Test tour of South Africa in October.