After the injury in the Tests against India, Hazlewood was ruled out of the whole series. However, Australia had enough bowling depth in their ranks and Hazlewood's replacement Scott Boland played a key role in Australia's historic 3-1 series win.
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According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Hazlewood is unlikely to play Tests in Sri Lanka. He might have struggled to play even if he would have been fit because of Australia's big depth in their fast bowling attack.
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Spin to play a role
Spin is likely to play a big role in the series against Sri Lanka which means the appointment of Todd Murphy and Matthew Kuhnemann in the touring squad. Nathan Lyon is likely to be partnered by one of these spinners depending upon the opposition and conditions.
Josh Hazlewood played the first Test against India but didn't play the second Test in Adelaide. He came back for the third Test in Brisbane but got injured midway to be ruled out of the next two matches.
Australia reach the WTC Final
Josh Hazlewood will now set his eyes on the Champions Trophy which will begin on February this year. Hazlewood will be one of the premier fast bowlers for his team given his experience and skills in such conditions.
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