James Pattinson, Australia's Right arm fast medium bowler has been ruled out of the remainder of the Ashes series due to a stress fracture in his lower back, Cricket Australia confirmed.
The 23-year-old, Pattinson was diagnosed with the lower back problem "hip and back soreness" after the defeat in the second Test at Lord's.
"James Pattinson reported some hip and back soreness on the final day of the second Ashes Test," said Team doctor Peter Brukner said.
Pat Howard, the Cricket Australia team performance manager said: "While we are obviously disappointed for James, the selectors have five bowlers fit and ready to perform in England, providing them with many options."
England lead the series 2-0.
The 23-year-old, Pattinson was diagnosed with the lower back problem "hip and back soreness" after the defeat in the second Test at Lord's.
"James Pattinson reported some hip and back soreness on the final day of the second Ashes Test," said Team doctor Peter Brukner said.
"We had some scans done today (Monday) in London that have identified an early stage low back stress fracture.
"Unfortunately he will not take any further part in this Test series and will commence a rehabilitation program with the aim to have him back for the Australian summer."
Pat Howard, the Cricket Australia team performance manager said: "While we are obviously disappointed for James, the selectors have five bowlers fit and ready to perform in England, providing them with many options."
England lead the series 2-0.
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