Clarke pictured getting ready to bat at the Australian nets
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Michael Clarke, who is running against time to be fit for the World Cup next month, is showing good signs of recovery, according to a Cricket Australia medical report. The Australian captain is missing the current tri-nation series due to a hamstring injury sustained during the Test series versus India.
Clarke is recovering from a hamstring surgery. Cricket Australia physiotherapist Alex Kountouris said: "Michael is progressing well in his rehab and is currently running on a regular basis and has commenced batting." (Also Read: David Warner Defends 'Speak English' Sledge )
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"He was reviewed by the surgeon in Melbourne on Sunday who was very pleased with his progress," Kountouris said, adding: "He remains on track for a return to play by February 21, the date we spoke of when the squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup was announced." (Bailey Likely to Miss Next Tri-Series Match )
George Bailey is leading the Australians in the tri-nation ODI series. Steven Smith had filled in brilliantly when Clarke pulled out of the Tests series versus India.
Clarke continues to remain part of Australia's long-term plans. The injury-prone captain also wants to play the 2019 World Cup in England.
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