{"id":48585,"date":"2026-04-14T15:56:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:26:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/?p=48585"},"modified":"2026-04-14T15:56:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:26:44","slug":"ipl-2026-pat-cummins-to-undergo-fitness-test-ahead-of-potential-srh-return-on-april-17","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/cricket\/ipl\/ipl-2026-pat-cummins-to-undergo-fitness-test-ahead-of-potential-srh-return-on-april-17\/","title":{"rendered":"IPL 2026: Pat Cummins to undergo fitness test ahead of potential SRH return on April 17"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cummins fitness test to decide SRH return<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pat Cummins will undergo a fitness test in Australia on Wednesday and is expected to fly to India on April 17 if cleared. His return could be crucial for Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are trying to stabilise their campaign.<\/p>\n

There is no confirmation yet on his availability for the April 18 match against Chennai Super Kings in Hyderabad. The turnaround is tight, leaving little room for preparation. The decision is likely to be taken at the last moment depending on his fitness levels.<\/p>\n

SRH are currently fourth on the points table with two wins and three losses. While the position keeps them in the mix, their performances have been inconsistent, especially with the ball in earlier matches.<\/p>\n

Bowling boost offers SRH hope ahead of CSK clash<\/strong><\/p>\n

SRH head into the game after a 57-run win over Rajasthan Royals, with their bowling finally delivering. Debutants Praful and Sakib shared eight wickets, picking up four each to dismantle RR.<\/p>\n

Praful made an immediate impact, removing Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel and Riyan Parag in his very first over. It was a decisive spell that set the tone early.<\/p>\n

With Cummins unavailable so far, interim captain Ishan Kishan has stepped in and contributed with the bat. His form has been a positive, but consistency remains an issue.<\/p>\n

The latest win provides some relief. Whether Cummins returns or not, SRH now have signs that their bowling unit can step up when needed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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