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Hazlewood faces a tight timeline to play a role in the ongoing battle against England after another injury speed bump during his return path to international cricket.

A Story of Frustrating Progress.

The recovery process has been frustratingly stop-start for the 34-year-old paceman who had been making positive steps after sustaining a hamstring strain, which occurred during a Sheffield Shield match. Hazlewood was due to join his teammates at the Gabba in recent days but instead remained electing to stay in Sydney.

“Hazlewood felt achilles soreness this week during his rehabilitation {from a recent hamstring injury|from the earlier muscle issue|,” a team spokesperson stated. “It's not a serious problem, and he should resume running and bowling next week.”

Star Bowling Lineup Future Uncertain.

Australia are facing the reality that their ideal attack may not play together in the current campaign. He was recently seen working in the nets in Sydney in a positive sign.

Notably, he used a traditional red cricket ball, which differed from the pink ball, indicating his target was the third Test in Adelaide. His participation for that Test is now less certain although there is better news about Cummins, who was considered for the Brisbane match.

Selector's Update Regarding Key Bowlers.

The chief selector confirmed stated Cummins was nearly available, his withdrawal coming at the last minute due to the lingering impact {of a back injury|from a back complaint|. Bailey stated the captain will be available to play in Adelaide, although the Gabba Test had proven a bridge too far.

“Selection was an option but with overs restrictions in place,” the selector explained. “Now he’s into that mode where it’s back-to-back bowling days. It’s one of those ones where the longer [recovery] is better.”

Regarding Nathan Lyon, Bailey stated will feature in Adelaide. As Cummins prepares to partner Starc, and most likely Boland, the roles of seamers such as will come under most scrutiny ahead of the third Test. The left-armer has been the cornerstone of the bowling unit during the unavailability Hazlewood and Cummins, claiming 16 scalps with a remarkable average.