Hazlewood to miss early T20 WC matches as Australia manage fast bowler's return

Josh Hazlewood will miss the initial T20 World Cup matches, staying in Australia for rehabilitation of an Achilles issue. Selectors prioritize his recovery over early tournament play. Meanwhile, Nathan Ellis, Tim David, and Glenn Maxwell have joined the squad in Colombo, with Sean Abbott added as a travelling reserve for bowling cover.

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Hazlewood to miss early T20 WC matches as Australia manage fast bowler's return
Josh Hazlewood will miss the initial T20 World Cup matches, staying in Australia for rehabilitation of an Achilles issue. Selectors prioritize his recovery over early tournament play. Meanwhile, Nathan Ellis, Tim David, and Glenn Maxwell have joined the squad in Colombo, with Sean Abbott added as a travelling reserve for bowling cover.
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