Star quick Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup, while Steve Smith has again been overlooked as selectors confirmed two changes to Australia’s 15-man squad.

After his exclusion from the clash against Melbourne Stars, Australia's Nathan Ellis has been ruled out of the remainder of the BBL (Big Bash League) due to his hamstring injury. The injury has also cast doubts on his participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026.

England captain Ben Stokes leaves with the field with a right adductor injury on day four of the fifth Ashes Test against Australia in Sydney

Get the latest India T20 World Cup 2026 injury update. Latest fitness news on key players nursing an injury ahead of the World Cup.

With the T20 World Cup 2026 all set to kick off on February 7, NZC (New Zealand Cricket) took centre stage and announced the addition of pacer Ben Sears to their squad as a travelling reserve ahead of the tournament.

Samson was promoted as India’s second opener after Shubman Gill was left out from India's T20 squad, making it a crucial opportunity for him to lock down the position ahead of T20 World Cup. However, he failed to make the most of the chance.