Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood is set to miss the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India due to a right calf strain sustained during the ongoing third Test at the Gabba. Cricket Australia confirmed that Hazlewood will not participate further in the Test series after he bowled only one over on Day 4 before leaving the field. His injury has significantly weakened Australia’s bowling attack, which now relies heavily on other bowlers like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc.

Hazlewood’s injury was assessed after he reported calf soreness during warm-ups. He had previously returned to the squad for this Test after missing the second Test due to a side strain. Despite having claimed the important wicket of Virat Kohli earlier in the match, his condition deteriorated, leading to discussions with team captain Cummins and physiotherapist Nick Jones before exiting the game.

With Hazlewood side lined, Australia faces challenges in maintaining their bowling strength as they aim to secure victory against a determined Indian side.