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Australian opener was struck by a venomous delivery from paceman Steven Finn and immediately ruled out for the remaining three ODIs against England. (Reuters)
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Australia opening batsman David Warner faces a race to be fit for the start of the Bangladesh tour after suffering a broken thumb during Australia’s one-day international win over England at Lord’s on Saturday.
The Test vice-captain was struck by a venomous delivery from paceman Steven Finn and immediately ruled out for the remaining three ODIs against England.
With a recuperation period of four to six weeks, Warner may struggle to be fit for the first Test in Chittagong starting on Oct. 9, meaning Australia may need an entirely new opening partnership after the retirement of Chris Rogers.
“I’m not 100% sure if he’s out of the first Test yet, but he’s got a little fracture in his thumb,” Smith said of Warner. “It was disappointing to lose him in that fashion today, but I thought the boys stood up really well and got the job done. That was the most important thing at present, and I think looking forward got to find someone else to potentially fill the role that he won’t be able to do.
“I’m really looking forward to it [Bangladesh] to be honest. I can’t wait to captain Australia in Test cricket, and hopefully I’ll be able to have a few senior players around to lean on.”
Aaron Finch, who missed initial selection for this squad as a result of a broken foot sustained while playing for Yorkshire, is now fit again and has been called into the squad to replace Warner for the England ODIs. “It’s very exciting to be back,” Finch said. “It’s unfortunate for David Warner for me to come in under these circumstances, that’s not ideal, but these things happen in cricket and it’s great for me to be back.”
Joe Burns and Cameron Bancroft are considered leading contenders to push for selection in the Test side, though all-rounder Shane Watson also has experience opening the batting.
Australia, seeking to rebuild under new captain Steven Smith, play two tests in Bangladesh, with the second match in Mirpur on Oct. 17.
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