Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood will miss the second Ashes Test against England with a side injury he picked up during the series opener against England in Brisbane. The injury opens the door to Michael Neser or, more likely, Jhye Richardson, both of whom who travelled to Adelaide as part of a 14-man Australia squad for the day-night match starting on Thursday. Hazlewood was used sparingly at the Gabba and returned to Sydney on Sunday afternoon for further assessment and rehabilitation. Cricket Australia said a call on his fitness will be made ahead of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Australia also have concerns about opening batter David Warner, who took a ball to the ribs during his first-innings 94 in Brisbane. Usman Khawaja is on standby to step into the breach if needed. Leg spinner Mitchell Swepson has also been included in the squad for the match in Adelaide, where Australia will seek to open up a commanding series lead after their dominant nine-wicket victory at the Gabba.
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