Gus Atkinson ruled out of the 5th Ashes Test after suffering a hamstring injury during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
England confirmed the setback after scans showed a leg injury, with no replacement announced yet.
Atkinson becomes the third England fast bowler to be ruled out, after Mark Wood and Jofra Archer.
Despite losing the series 3–1, England are targeting the final Test for World Test Championship points.
Matthew Potts is likely to get a chance, alongside Brydon Carse and Josh Tongue in the pace attack.
Atkinson played a key role in England’s Melbourne win, taking 6 wickets and helping end a 14-year winless streak in Australia.