Groin injury derails Tait comeback

Three matches into his one-day comeback, a groin injury has forced Shaun Tait out of the Matador Cup. The 31-year old fast bowler had retired from one-day cricket after the 2011 World Cup, but made himself available this season in hopes of helping South Australia win a trophy.

However, Tait suffered discomfort in his groin while playing against Queensland last Sunday and the coach Darren Berry says it is severe enough to cut his comeback short.

"He was chasing a ball in the outfield, strained his groin and unfortunately that is the end of the Matador Cup for Taity," Berry told Fox Sports "He goes back home now and we will reassess that in a week's time."

Injuries have followed Tait throughout his career and not being able to handle the strain his action put on his body was a major factor in his decision to exclusively play T20s before this season. He joins his captain Johan Botha and wicketkeeper Tim Ludeman on the bench and losing them has impacted South Australia's performance badly. They are yet to post a win after four matches.

"There is no hiding behind that at all, but when you have 10 senior players out of your side in a team sport of 11, it certainly decimates your line-up," Berry said.

South Australia next game is against Tasmania on Wednesday.