Pat Cummins ready to return for Australia, Josh Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes
Pat Cummins is expected to return to Australia's team for the third Test against England in Adelaide but fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the Ashes.
Mitchell Marsh retires from first-class cricket but remains open to playing Tests
The 34-year-old made a rare appearance in a first-class fixture for Western Australia against Victoria last week, scoring 4 and 9 while he did not bowl.
Marsh said in a statement released by his domestic side: "It has been an honour to play Sheffield Shield cricket for WA.
"Right now I am deeply committed to the group and the (Perth) Scorchers. Playing for WA has been a huge part of my life and I plan to give back in any way possible long into the future."
The final part of the statement said: "The Australian white-ball captain remains open to the prospect of playing Test cricket."
In the Sheffield Shield for Western Australia, Marsh has scored 2744 runs at 29.50 and claimed 82 wickets at 29.48.
"Mitch embodies everything about what it means to be a Sheffield Shield player for Western Australia," Western Australia head coach Adam Voges said.
"From playing alongside him to coaching him in more recent times, he's given his all for his state.
"It's been a privilege to watch him progress from Sheffield Shield to being a very successful player at international level for Australia.
"He's an outstanding character on and off the field and it's been a pleasure to play a part in his journey."
Australia take control of second Ashes Test as England struggle with bat and ball
Australia took control of the second Ashes Test after the third day following a lower-order batting fightback and then taking six England wickets before the close of play.
Australia edge ahead of England after second day of pink ball Ashes Test
Australia went to stumps on the second day of the pink ball Ashes Test on 378-6, the home side leading England by 44 runs on the first innings with four wickets still remaining.
Pat Cummins not included in Australia's squad for second Ashes Test
Pat Cummins is set to miss the second Ashes Test against England in Brisbane after Australia named a squad of 14 for the encounter that did not include the captain.