Australian fast bowler Lance Morris will be sidelined for 12 months following back surgery, ruling him out of contention for the upcoming Ashes series.
The 27-year-old paceman, who has been on the fringe of the Australian team, was initially selected for the ongoing one-day series against South Africa.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!He withdrew from the series after experiencing lower back discomfort during preparations, with subsequent tests revealing a lumbar bone stress injury.
"I feel this is the most logical way to realise my full potential and return to my very best
cricket for the Perth Scorchers, Western Australia and Australia long into the future," Morris said in a statement.
"I also take great confidence in others who have undergone similar procedures and returned to their best. I plan to work hard through my recovery and return when the time is right."
Cricket Australia confirmed Morris's expected absence would span approximately 12 months, eliminating his chances of making an Ashes debut.
Morris was considered as a potential fifth pace bowling option for the England series, providing backup to the established quartet of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Marsh, Josh Hazlewood, and Scott Boland.
Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the ...
Read MoreThe TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide.
From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal featuring HS Prannoy, our live coverage extends to all mega sporting events. We extensively cover events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Cricket World Cups, FIFA World Cups, and more.
The desk is also adept at writing comprehensive match reports and insightful post-match commentary, complemented by stats-based articles that provide an in-depth analysis of player performances and team dynamics.
We track news wires for key stories, conduct exclusive player interviews in both text and video formats, and file content from print editions and reporters. We keep track of all viral stories, trending topics and produce our own copies on the subjects.
We deliver accurate, engaging, and up-to-the-minute sports content, round the clock.
Read Less