England skipper Cook injury doubt to face Sri Lanka

England skipper Cook injury doubt to face Sri Lanka
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Summary Alastair Cook could be ruled out of second ODI against Sri Lanka with a groin injury.

LONDON (AFP) - England captain Alastair Cook could be ruled out of Sunday s second one-day international against Sri Lanka at Chester-le-Street with a groin injury.

Twenty20 specialist Alex Hales has been called in as cover and will make his one-day international debut should Cook fail a fitness test.

"Alex Hales has been added to the England ODI squad for the second one-day international against Sri Lanka as cover for Alastair Cook, who has right groin tightness," said a statement released by the England and Wales Cricket Board.

Eoin Morgan -- who led the Twenty20 side last week in place of the injured Stuart Broad -- could again step in as captain should Cook miss out.

England lead the series 1-0, with four matches to play.
 

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