Australia hit by another big blow before the New Zealand series as vice-captain Shane Watson is also doubtful for the first Test, starting from December 1st at Brisbane.
The 30-year-old pivotal all-rounder left the field on the opening day of first Test against South Africa in Johannesburg after picking up hamstring injury during bowling his first spell. Though he opened Australia second innings on Saturday and made good fleets between the wickets to score 88 runs but the injury remains a concern.
