Abbott would have been unlikely to play in Perth, with Hazlewood set to affix Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland because the specialist seamers.
Cummins, who’s recovering from a again damage, is regarded as on observe to return for the second Check in Brisbane beginning on 4 December. Batter Steve Smith will lead Australia in Cummins’ absence.
Like most of the Australia gamers, Hazlewood is concerned within the present spherical of Sheffield Protect matches in preparation for the Ashes.
Earlier than this week, he had not performed a first-class match for New South Wales in additional than a yr.
He felt tightness in his hamstring in the direction of the tip of Victoria’s second innings on Wednesday and left the sphere as a precaution. Neither Hazlewood nor Abbott batted in New South Wales’ second innings as they misplaced by 300 runs.
“We’re every week away from the Check collection – at all times err on the aspect of warning,” mentioned Cummins.
“They needed to search out out what was taking place earlier than pushing it and doubtlessly making something worse.
“It is uncommon to get him chipper, so it was good to see him smiling.
“He is aware of his physique rather well. I believe he was just a little bit fearful (and) needed to get it checked out. I solely noticed him briefly, however he was a bit happier afterwards.”
Abbott has received 57 caps for Australia in white-ball cricket.
The uncapped Brendan Doggett is the opposite seamer within the squad, offering cowl for Starc, Boland and Hazlewood.
