The mother of Australia captain Pat Cummins, Maria Cummins, passed away on Friday in Sydney after a prolonged illness.
Pat Cummins and his family received condolences from Cricket Australia which also announced that the Australian team would wear black armbands as a sign of respect on the second day of the Ahmedabad Test.
Cricket Australia took to Twitter to share this news and wrote, “We are deeply saddened at the passing of Maria Cummins overnight. On behalf of Australian Cricket, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Pat, the Cummins family, and their friends. The Australian Men’s team will today wear black armbands as a mark of respect.”
After Australia lost the second Test in Delhi, Cummins flew home to be near his family and his mother Maria who was serious with her health.
“I have decided against returning to India at this time,” Cummins has said earlier.
“I appreciate the overwhelming support I have received from Cricket Australia and my teammates. Thanks for your understanding.”
In absence of Pat Cummins, Steve Smith is taking up the captaincy duties for Australia. If Cummins does not return for the ODI series, Smith will continue to be the skipper in the three-match series.
