Australian captain Pat Cummins has hinted that he may skip the upcoming Sri Lanka Test series as he prepares to welcome his second child. Steve Smith or Travis Head may lead Australia if Cummins misses the Sri Lanka tour.

Australia skipper Pat Cummins is set to lead Australia in the fifth and final Test going through the entire home summer unscathed. Australia are set to tour Sri Lanka after the India series but they might have to play under the new captain with Cummins expected to miss.

Australia are scheduled to play two Tests in Sri Lanka on January 29 and February 6, around the same time his wife -- Becky -- is due to give birth

Australia captain Pat Cummins may miss the upcoming Sri Lanka tour to be with his wife for the birth of their second child. The series clashes with the due date. His mother's passing influenced his focus on family and enjoying life,