Faulkner to miss World Cup opener
"Key allrounder James Faulkner will miss the opening match of Australia's World Cup campaign against England and his subsequent involvement in the tournament remains unclear after scans confirmed he has suffered a side strain," read the Cricket Australia website.
The all-rounder sustained the injury while bowling during the final match of the Carlton Mid ODI Tri-Series against England in Perth on Sunday.
Australian team phsyiotherapist Alex Kountouris said the cricketer will miss at least two weeks with "a moderate level" strain.
"He (Faulkner) will receive intensive treatment for the next two weeks before we can determine when he can return to batting and bowling," Kountouris was quoted as saying by Cricket Australi website.
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