Australia’s plans for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy have hit a significant hurdle with all-rounder Cameron Green likely to miss the entire series due to a serious back injury. Initially, there was optimism that Green could participate in the Test series against India as a specialist batter, with the possibility of bowling later. However, reports now suggest his condition is worse than initially thought.
As per cricketetal.com, Green’s back injury may rule him out for the entire summer, a major blow to Australia’s ambitions. Renowned journalist Peter Lalor reported that Green is not expected to recover in time for the first Test in Perth, and his chances of featuring in the series at all seem slim. “He may not play this summer,” Oeter Lalor noted, signaling the growing concern surrounding his availability.
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There is still no clarity on whether Green will require surgery, but his absence from the Sheffield Shield further complicates his return. He has already been ruled out of the first round, and it’s unlikely he will be fit for the second either.
Star WA all-rounder Cam Green is set to be ruled out for the entire summer of cricket after scans have revealed a serious back injury. #9News pic.twitter.com/r9s67WpB9Y
— 9News Perth (@9NewsPerth) October 10, 2024
Earlier in the week, former Australian team doctor Peter Brukner provided a glimmer of hope, explaining that while Green’s injury could prevent him from bowling, it wouldn’t necessarily stop him from batting or fielding once the initial pain subsides and the bone begins to heal.
“Batting and fielding don’t put a huge load on that part of the body,” Peter Brukner stated, suggesting Green could still feature as a batter if his recovery progresses.
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However, Brukner also warned that returning to bowling too soon could lead to further setbacks, making a cautious and gradual recovery essential. Green, who has played 28 Tests for Australia, averages 36 with the bat and has taken 35 wickets, making his potential absence a significant blow for the team’s balance.
