Grace Hayden makes a bold prediction for the Ashes
With Australia holding a commanding 2-0 lead, Grace did not hesitate to express her excitement and confidence in the side’s prospects. During a conversation with the broadcasters of ILT20Matthew Hayden’s daughter admitted she did “So happy for the Aussies,” This reflects the high spirits among Australian supporters watching their team dictate terms at the start of the series.
Grace framed her prediction as part of the team’s identity and culture, noting that this is so “exactly how we roll” when it comes to big clashes like the Ashes. The comment underlines the aura Australia traditionally carries in multi-Test battles, especially when they grab an early lead. With the home side already 2-0 up in the five-match series, her assessment taps into a long-standing narrative of Australian ruthlessness once they go top.
Looking ahead to the remaining Tests, Hayden hinted at the hope of a near-perfect result for the home side. She expressed her wish that the rest of the series would be the same “just a look at how the Aussies get the most out of it,” effectively predicting that Australia would shut England out and complete the job in emphatic fashion.
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Pat Cummins would again lead the Australian Test squad
Pat Cummins is set to regain the captaincy of the Australian Test team for the upcoming third Ashes match against England in Adelaide. Cricket Australia has officially confirmed his inclusion in the 15-man squad for the clash at the Adelaide Oval, which will start on December 17. This marks his return to leadership duties, replacing vice-captain Steve Smith, who successfully led the team in Cummins’ absence.
The key fast bowler had been sidelined for the first two Tests of the 2025-26 series due to a back injury. During this interim period, Smith took the side to consecutive eight-wicket wins. However, after a rigorous rehabilitation process, the team’s medical staff and head coach Andrew McDonald have cleared Cummins to play. They noted that his recovery exceeded expectations, revealing that he was close to being available for the previous Brisbane Test but was rested as a precaution.
The return of Cummins is the only change to the side that has dominated the series so far.
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