Josh Hazlewood given the all-clear of injury however Sean Abbott out of Ashes Test
The bowler has claimed 295 international wickets at an average of 24.21 during his 76-Test career
Hazlewood received clearance to join the Australian team for the initial Test against England post-injury worries, although compatriot the paceman will miss the match
Each encountered hamstring injuries during their match for their state team in the Victoria clash in domestic cricket on Wednesday
Scans showed Hazlewood, 34 did not sustain tissue injury. Abbott, 33, who hasn't played Tests, sustained a significant hamstring issue
Skipper Pat Cummins will miss the first Test, starting November 21, so the loss of a key pace option such as Hazlewood would have been a serious concern
The bowler stood doubtful to feature at the Perth match, as Hazlewood prepares to team up fellow quicks Starc and Boland forming the fast bowling unit
The captain, rehabilitating from spinal concerns, appears to be scheduled to reappear for the second Test commencing December fourth
Top-order player Smith takes over leadership during the captain's recovery
Similar to most Aussie squad members, the bowler took part in recent matches of state games in preparation for the England series
Until this match, he had not played domestic first-class games representing NSW since last season
He noticed discomfort in his hamstring during the final stages of the match on Wednesday and was substituted for safety reasons
Neither Hazlewood nor Abbott participated in batting for their team's second batting effort as they lost in a substantial margin
"There's seven days until the Test matches - always err on being cautious," said Cummins
"They wanted to find out the exact situation ahead of risking that could worsen the injury more severe"
"Uncommon to see him cheerful, therefore it was positive to witness his smile"
"He knows his body thoroughly. I think he was slightly anxious (and) wanted to get medical assessment"
The bowler collected 57 caps representing Australia in white-ball cricket
The uncapped Doggett provides bowling backup in the squad, acting as backup for the main pace trio
