Josh Hazlewood injury update ahead of Ashes 2025
Australia Face Fresh Injury Concerns Ahead of Ashes 2025
Australia’s injury troubles continue to pile up ahead of the much-anticipated Ashes 2025 series, as pacers Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott were forced to leave the field on Day 3 of the Sheffield Shield clash between New South Wales and Victoria at the SCG on November 12 (Wednesday). So let’s look at Josh Hazlewood injury update ahead of Ashes 2025.
While Abbott is unlikely to feature in Australia’s preferred Test XI, Hazlewood’s absence could prove to be a massive blow, especially with skipper Pat Cummins already ruled out of the opening Test in Perth.
Hazlewood and Abbott Suffer Hamstring Injuries
Both Hazlewood and Abbott did not take the field after lunch on Day 3. Although Cricket Australia (CA) and New South Wales (NSW) have yet to issue an official update, reports from Cricket.com.au suggest that both pacers are nursing hamstring injuries.
This development adds further complications to Australia’s preparation, as the selectors are already managing multiple injury concerns among their frontline bowlers.
Hazlewood’s Recent Performance in Sheffield Shield
Before leaving the field, Hazlewood had bowled 18 overs in the first innings and 9 overs in the second, managing to dismiss Sam Harper. His spell showed promising rhythm and control — something Australia would have relied on heading into the Ashes.
Meanwhile, Sean Abbott played a key role in the same match, delivering an impressive spell of 4 for 18, tearing through Victoria’s batting order before being forced off due to discomfort.
Brendan Doggett Likely To Earn Ashes Call-Up
With Hazlewood’s fitness now under scrutiny, selectors might look towards Brendan Doggett as a potential replacement for the Perth Test. Doggett has been in terrific form, taking five wickets in the ongoing Sheffield Shield round.
Doggett’s domestic record also makes a strong case for his inclusion — he has 190 wickets in first-class cricket at an average of 26.46, including nine five-wicket hauls and one ten-wicket match performance. The 31-year-old is also a capable lower-order batter with a top score of 49.
Australia’s Fast Bowling Unit Faces Crunch Time
With Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and now potentially Josh Hazlewood managing workloads or injuries, Australia’s pace reserves are being tested. Selectors may need to reshuffle the lineup quickly to ensure a balanced attack for the first Test against England in Perth, starting November 21.
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