There are blows. Then there are big blows but as it seems given the latest piece of breaking news, there are also blows that are likely to weaken a team in an endless capacity. The same could be applied to the great Australian cricketing team with the World cup just around the corner. But how so? Josh Hazlewood, ever a key man has made news and perhaps not for the reasons that the Australian fans would like at all.
The noted and respected Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood is likely to miss the whole World Cup that is about to start. Reports say he is still not fully fit and needs more time to recover from injury.
Hazlewood has been struggling with fitness issues for some time. Because of this, team doctors and selectors do not want to rush him back. They feel it is safer for him to rest and get completely healthy rather than play with pain. Hazlewood is an important player for Australia. He is known for his accuracy, bounce, and ability to take wickets with the new ball. His absence will be a big loss for the team, especially in pressure matches.
Australia now has to look at other fast bowlers to fill the gap. Young and experienced bowlers may get a chance to prove themselves on the big stage. The team management will hope these players can step up and perform well.
Fans will be disappointed to miss seeing Hazlewood in action. However, many also understand that his long-term health is more important. Australia will hope he returns stronger after full recovery.
Make no mistake for should this development actually be true, then Australia are going to lose out big on a bowler who already has to his name 79 wickets in the format.
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