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26 October 2026

Australia push panic button ahead of third Test; release opener, Smith uncertain

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Australia push panic button ahead of third Test; release opener, Smith uncertain

Maddinson and back-up wicketkeeper Sam Harper have been allowed to return to Australia to play in the Sheffield Shield, with Cameron Green and Josh Inglis fit again and available for selection.

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