Holland called up to replace O’Keefe

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Jon Holland will join Australia’s squad for the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle after a hamstring injury ruled Steve O’Keefe out of the remainder of the series.

Having been chosen for Australia A off the back of an eight-wicket haul in the Sheffield Shield final, Holland is a likely inclusion for Galle opposite Nathan Lyon, as the pitch is expected to take plenty of turn.

“Steve injured his right hamstring while chasing a ball in the field during the second session yesterday,” team physio David Beakley said. “Initial assessment indicates a moderate grade hamstring injury which means it is highly unlikely that he will be available for the remainder of the Test series.

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