Josh Hazlewood's IPL 2026 Hopes Dangle on a Thread: Reports

Ayo, Josh Hazlewood is still chillin' with his physio crew, waiting for that golden ticket to join RCB for IPL 2026. March 28 is the showdown against SRH, and he’s got a serious case of FOMO! Dude hasn’t bowled since November 2025, and now he’s nursing a calf injury like it’s a pet! Meanwhile, Pat Cummins is also stuck in injury limbo. What a wild ride!

Quick rundown

1.Josh Hazlewood is racing against time for IPL 2026 clearance.

2.Pat Cummins is also awaiting fitness clearance for IPL 2026.

3.RCB's bowling plans hinge on Hazlewood's participation.

4.Steve Smith stepped in for Hazlewood during the T20 World Cup 2026.

5.Sunrisers Hyderabad may need a new captain if Cummins isn't cleared.

Selectors Explain Timing Issue for Cummins, Hazlewood's IPL Fitness
Selectors Explain Timing Issue for Cummins, Hazlewood's IPL Fitness
Australia's T20 World Cup 2026 journey ended in a shocking exit, leaving fans in disbelief! Injuries to key bowlers Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood hurt the team. Selector Tony Dodemaide explained it was just a timing issue. While they’ll be fit for the IPL, he assured fans they’re not choosing it over national duty. A review of this early exit will happen when the squad returns home.
03:15 pm on Wednesday, 18 February, 2026

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