Overview
- Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott left the field during Victoria’s second innings at the SCG and are undergoing medical assessments, with NSW Cricket yet to disclose details.
- The departures followed a dominant morning for NSW, highlighted by Abbott taking four wickets, including three in six balls that sparked a collapse.
- Hazlewood impressed early with a short‑pitched spell and dismissed Sam Harper, who was caught by Abbott at deep square leg.
- Australia’s pace resources are under strain with captain Pat Cummins already ruled out of at least the first Ashes Test in Perth next week due to a back issue.
- Some outlets reported possible hamstring concerns for both bowlers, though no diagnosis has been confirmed by officials.