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Andy Sims

DARK SECRETS: Steve smith to captain australia in first ashes test as pat cummins ruled out | Vintage Vibes

Standing in: Steve Smith will lead Australia in the absence of Pat Cummins - (Getty Images)

Australia captain Pat Cummins will miss the first Ashes Test against England.

Cricket Australia has confirmed the 32-year-old fast bowler has not recovered from a back injury in time.

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