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Australia keeps playing XI under wraps as shock Ashes selection looms; Pat Cummins comeback whispers grow for Gabba Test

Australia has delayed announcing their playing XI for the Gabba Test starting Thursday in Brisbane, sparking speculation about Pat Cummins' potential early return from injury. Stand-in skipper Steve Smith confirmed Cummins is bowling well in training, while Josh Inglis is the frontrunner to replace the injured Usman Khawaja in the middle order.