Josh Hazlewood Ruled Out of World Test Championship Final

Injury-plagued fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the upcoming World Test Championship Final between India and Australia, with Michael Neser drafted in as a replacement.

Hazlewood’s Injury Struggles

Hazlewood has had a difficult time with injury in recent years. Despite bowling with all his might in training sessions at Formby and Beckenham, it is believed that the right-arm quick is still managing an Achilles injury, as well as a side injury that flared up during the IPL 2023.

Selectors Cognisant of Upcoming Schedule

Chair of Selectors, George Bailey, commented that Hazlewood was very close to being given the green light, but that the team was aware of the upcoming schedule, making it difficult for the 32-year-old to participate.

Hazlewood’s Recent Absence from Test Matches

Due to his ongoing injury concerns, Hazlewood has only participated in four Test matches over the last three years. Most recently, he was forced to withdraw from the Border Gavaskar Trophy in India, and return early from his IPL stint.

Conclusion

In spite of his best efforts, Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the World Test Championship Final, with Michael Neser drafted in as a replacement. Hazlewood has suffered from a series of injuries over the past few years, limiting his appearances in Test matches.