Worcestershire batsman Phil Hughes has been called up to the Australia A squad for their match against England Lions at Edgbaston on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old will replace Peter Forrest who has withdrawn with a minor side strain.
Australia A Case and Rehabilitation Manager Kevin Sims said: "Peter sustained a minor side strain in the match against the England Lions at Old Trafford and with only one match remaining we have decided to send him home to prepare for the upcoming season."
In the five LV= County Championship matches Hughes has played for Worcestershire the opener has scored 361 runs at an average of 45.12.
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