Australian all-rounder James Faulkner is a major doubt ahead of the World Cup, after he suffered a side strain during Sunday's Tri-series final win over England.

Faulkner will receive "intensive treatment" over the next two weeks, as he hopes to prove to medical staff that he will be fit enough to play some part in the tournament.

Team physio Alex Kountouris told reporters: "Scans on James Faulkner's injured side have confirmed a moderate grade abdominal muscle strain which is consistent with a 'typical' fast-bowing side strain injury. He will receive intensive treatment for the next two weeks before we can determine when he can return to batting and bowling."

Co-hosts Australia start the tournament in less than two weeks against England in Melbourne.

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Charlie Bennett