Australia recall James Pattinson for second Test against New Zealand
Friday 19 February 2016 11:28, UK
James Pattinson has been called up by Australia to face New Zealand in the second Test in Christchurch on Friday.
Pattinson, 25, replaces fellow Victorian Peter Siddle, who was ruled out of the match at the Hagley Oval after failing to recover from an ongoing back injury.
The 31 year-old aggravated a recurring injury during his side's comprehensive innings and 52-run victory over the Black Caps in the first Test in Wellington.
Pattinson missed the first Test after suffering from shin soreness but has since managed to pass a late fitness test.
"Patto obviously wasn't right that first Test match, and he's been working hard since," Australia captain Steve Smith said.
"He's bowled a lot in the nets and we're all confident he'll get through this next Test match and hopefully he can have a big impact for us.
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"I think he had three or four sessions and bowled with good pace. Hopefully he can do some of the same this week and it looks like the conditions are going to suit him nicely."
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