Australian all-rounder James Hopes and seamer Nathan Bracken have been ruled out of this year's Indian Premier League because of knee injuries. 'It has been decided that a period of rest and rehabilitation over the next two to three weeks will be the best preparation for both players,' Australian team doctor Trefor James said in a statement.
Australia speedster Shaun Tait has been ruled out of all forms of the game for the next two months after undergoing surgery on his right elbow. Tait underwent arthroscopic surgery in Melbourne following long-standing right elbow problems which worsened recently.
The Australian captain is doubtful for the series against Bangladesh and the Champions Trophy following the surgery.
The Australian cricket team suffered a massive blow today after its veteran pace spearhead Brett Lee was ruled out of the entire ODI tri-series against India and Sri Lanka due to a broken foot.
Doctors told the Australian captain that his broken thumb is not as bad as initially thought.
Australian team doctor Trefor James said recovery time for the fast bowler could be reduced after surgery
The Aussie fast bowler will miss the two-Test series against SL next month due to back injury.
Australia batsman Darren Lehmann is suffering from an acute leg infection and is in doubt for the fourth Ashes Test against England
However, the Australian all-rounder said playing in the World Cup is a dream worth taking risks for.
Surgeons operated on the dislocated shoulder of the leg-spinner on Monday.
The 35-year-old Marsh has borne the brunt of the criticism of Australia's batting woes in their recently completed Tests against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates after he scored a total of 14 runs in four innings.
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