A sore hamstring has left Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Johnson in doubt for the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Test, which would be the fourth and final Test of the four-match series, against India.
An Australian team spokesperson said that Johnson would be rested from Saturday's training session and the paceman's hamstring would be assessed on Sunday, News.com.au reported.
Mitchell Starc and Test veteran Peter Siddle are reportedly waiting to be called in Australia's Test squad should selectors decide to rest Johnson.
The left-arm quick is vital to Australia's World Cup hopes on home soil in February and March and could be rested for the dead-rubber SCG clash, as the hosts have already won the series 2-0, winning two Tests and drawing one, the report added.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app