Geeves takes Lee's place

Brett Lee will miss Australia's forthcoming one-day series against Bangladesh due to a "family issue".

Pace bowler misses Bangladesh series

Cricket Australia have confirmed that paceman Brett Lee will miss the forthcoming one-day series against Bangladesh because of a "family issue". Australia will play three matches against Bangladesh in the build-up to the Champions Trophy, with the series beginning on August 30 and ending on September 6. Acting chief executive Michael Brown said Lee had been granted short-term leave for the series. He will be replaced by uncapped Tasmanian Brett Geeves. "The selectors are comfortable this move will maintain the competitive edge for the Australian side and provide a wonderful opportunity for Brett Geeves to join the Australian group for the first time," Brown said. "We look forward to Brett Lee rejoining the group as soon as possible."