Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson is doubtful for the fourth and final Test against India in Sydney next week after a hamstring problem forced him out of training on Saturday.
The 33-year-old reigning ICC Cricketer of the Year's decision to sit out Saturday's session is thought to be precautionary, with an eye on the World Cup starting in Australia next month.
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"Definitely, all us bowlers feel like we need to have a bit of a freshen up," Johnson said, noting the short turnaround before the one-day triangular series with England and India later this month.
"Hopefully I can get a bit of a break at some stage."
Left arm quick Mitchell Starc is the most likely replacement for Johnson should he fail to make it on Tuesday.
Image: Australia pace bowler Mitchell Johnson.
Photograph: Darrian Traynor/Getty Images
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