Australian fast bowler Jhye Richardson, contracted by Cricket Australia, will undergo shoulder surgery this week, ending his summer despite the Perth Scorchers still being in contention for finals. The aim is for Richardson to be fully fit for the 2025-26 Ashes series. Richardson, 28, has previously had two surgeries on his right bowling shoulder after initially dislocating it in 2019. He has struggled with shoulder instability, limiting his fielding abilities and causing multiple dislocations. Despite being added to the Test squad, Richardson has only played five of Scorchers’ BBL matches. The decision for surgery was made a week ago, with Richardson expressing the need to improve stability and reduce the risk of future injury. Although disappointed to miss the rest of the season, Richardson is focused on a strong rehabilitation process to return as the best version of himself for future cricket seasons.
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