Josh Hazlewood, who has been recovering from a hamstring injury, has been hit with low-grade soreness in his Achilles, which makes his Ashes return uncertain.
Josh Hazlewood was scheduled to join the Australia squad in Brisbane to continue his recovery, but the plans have been shattered.
The Australian pacer has picked up a hamstring injury during the Sheffield Shield match between New South Wales against Victoria, an injury that was not immediately detected on the initial scan, raising concerns about a potential tendon issue.
Although Australia’s head coach, Andrew McDonald, expressed confidence that he could still feature later in the series. However, his recent injury development might delay his return to The Ashes 2025-26.
“Josh Hazlewood reported achilles soreness this week during his rehabilitation from a recent hamstring injury,” said Cricket Australia. “It is a low-grade issue, and he is expected to recommence running and bowling next week.”
Josh Hazlewood has been subjected to a list of injuries and a continuation of calf and Achilles issues.
In 2022-23, he suffered a side strain in the first home test of the summer and missed three tests. He then suffered Achilles soreness after his first test back in early January and missed the entire tour of India in 2023, and missed the WTC finals in June.
Last summer, Josh Hazlewood suffered a side strain in the opening test against India and missed the second Test in Adelaide.
He also missed the tour of Sri Lanka and the Champions Trophy before finally returning midway through the IPL.
On the other hand, George Bailey confirmed Pat Cummins would be fit to play in Adelaide. “He could have played, but there would have been some restrictions around the overs. Now he’s into that mode where it’s back-to-back bowling days. It’s one of those where the longer (recovery) is better,” said George Bailey.
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