9 Jan 2012

Ryan Harris set to take Pattinson's place in Perth

11:43 am on 9 January 2012

While Mitchell Starc has been included as his direct replacement for the injured paceman, James Pattinson, in the Australian cricket squad, Ryan Harris is more likely to join the bowling attack for the third Test against India in Perth this week.

Harris, who took six for 47 in Perth as Australia secured their only win in the last Ashes series, is fit again after yet another of the injuries that have blighted his career.

In regard to Harris, Australia coach Mickey Arthur says they've got a proven Test quick bowler waiting in the wings, ready to go.

Arthur says they've put a lot of work into Harris over the last two weeks and he was close to getting a start in Sydney.

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