Mitchell Marsh to join DC after being ruled out of limited-overs series vs Pakistan

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh will join the Delhi Capitals (DC) squad to work on his rehabilitation after being ruled out of the Pakistan limited-overs series due to a hip-flexor injury, which he suffered during a high-intensity training on Sunday (March 27).

Marsh was bought by DC for INR 6.5 crore and was initially to miss the side's first three matches due to international commitment.

"Marsh will travel to India to link with the Delhi Capitals squad where former Australian and current New South Wales physiotherapist Pat Farhart will manage his recovery following an isolation period," Cricket Australia said in a statement on Wednesday (March 30).

Australia and Pakistan are set to play the second ODI of the three-match series on Thursday before clashing in the lone T20I on April 5. "Being able to focus on my recovery without the travel and isolation break is the best approach. I am disappointed to miss the Pakistan series but look forward to re-joining the Australian squad for our next tour," Marsh said.

Marsh has been one of Australia's best white-ball players in recent times. He was a member of Australia's T20 World Cup-winning side last year, scoring an unbeaten 77 in the final against New Zealand to help Australia clinch their maiden title.

DC got off to a winning start in IPL 2022, defeating five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) by four wickets at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.

(With inputs from PTI)