McGain blow for Australia

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The uncapped 36-year-old had already been ruled out of next week's first Test in Bangalore because of the injury, which he first sustained while on duty with Australia A last month.

Cricket Australia physiotherapist Alex Kountouris said the decision to send McGain home was made on Friday after it became apparent he would not be able to bowl for the majority of the four-Test tour.

"Bryce's injury was first sustained in an Australia A match in September, and despite his workload being managed throughout the early stages of this tour, he suffered a setback at training on Tuesday in an attempt to be available for Australia's four-day match currently being played in Hyderabad," said Kantouris.

"As a result, it has been decided that Bryce will not be available for selection for the majority of the tour."

CA national selection panel chairman Andrew Hilditch said a decision on whether they will replace McGain in the 15-man squad will be made in due course.

McGain's impending departure means the Australians will have just one specialist spinner left in their squad - Tasmanian Jason Krejza.