Calf Injury Rules Josh Hazlewood Out of India Test Series Remainder

Australian seamer Josh Hazlewood, who dismissed Virat Kohli on day three, is anticipated to miss the remainder of the Test series against India due to a calf injury. The 33-year-old experienced tightness in his calf during the warm-up session prior to day four of the third Test in Brisbane, subsequently leaving the field after delivering a single over during the morning session. Following medical scans, Australian officials have indicated that the injury will likely prevent him from participating in the fourth and fifth Tests, scheduled for Melbourne and Sydney. The right-arm bowler had previously been sidelined for the second-Test victory in Adelaide due to a side injury. Scott Boland served as his replacement, while the uncapped players Sean Abbott and Brendan Doggett were added to the squad. Bowling coach Daniel Vettori commented, “He felt it this morning in warm-ups and gave it a good crack.” Vettori added, “It’s just unfortunate for him to come back after putting so much effort in after another injury. It was tough on him.” He further stated, “He’s one of the best bowlers in the world and it obviously affects the whole team.”