ICC World Cup 2019 | Injured Shaun Marsh ruled out of remaining games, Peter Handscomb replaces him

The injuries seem to be going around in circles at the 2019 World Cup, and Australia are the latest victims of the plague. Marsh was struck on the right forearm by Cummins delivery during training. He was immediately taken to the hospital for scans, which revealed a fracture that will require surgery. Head coach Justin Langer rued the loss commending the leftie’s spirit and professionalism. 

"Shaun Marsh has had scans on his right forearm after being struck while practising in the nets at training today. Unfortunately, the scans have revealed Shaun has suffered a fracture to his forearm which will require surgery. This is obviously shattering news for Shaun and the squad. Throughout this tournament, his spirit, professionalism and the way he has competed has been typically outstanding," Langer said, reported Cricbuzz. 

Another middle-order batsman Handscomb, who was narrowly left out of the initial squad, was called up to replace the injured Marsh in the squad. The news was confirmed by Cricket Australia on Friday. 

“We have made the decision to call up Peter Handscomb to replace Shaun in our World Cup Squad of fifteen,” Langer said.

Handscomb was in fine form ahead of the World Cup for Australia, scoring a fine century against India in Mohali. But with David Warner and Steve Smith returning to the squad, Australia chose to go into the World Cup with Alex Carey as the sole wicketkeeping option. 

Australia suffered another major scare when a Mitchell Starc delivery struck all-rounder Glenn Maxwell on the arm as well. However, things don’t appear as serious as that of Marsh. 

"Glenn Maxwell also underwent scans after he was struck on his right forearm in the nets. The scans have cleared Glenn of any serious damage and we'll continue to monitor him over the coming days. We are hopeful he will be fit to perform for us on Saturday against South Africa,” Langer added.