Improving Rogers could play third Test

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Australia opener Chris Rogers could still play the third Ashes Test against England, having been cleared of serious damage after suffering from dizziness at Lord's.

Rogers retired hurt on 49 in the second innings of Australia's 405-run thrashing of the hosts in the second Test, having been struck on the side of the head by a James Anderson bouncer in the first innings, on his way to a Test-best 173.

The veteran left-hander missed two Tests against West Indies earlier this year after suffering from concussion.

Australia team doctor Peter Brukner said it was Anderson's delivery which caused Rogers' dizziness, but the 37-year-old is still a chance to feature in the third Test starting July 29.

"Chris' condition is certainly improving," Brukner said on Monday.

"He has had scans and seen a specialist since yesterday [Sunday] to help determine the cause of his dizziness.

"The initial scans have cleared him of any serious damage and we await the results of further tests.

"It appears the most likely diagnosis is a delayed ear problem related to being struck on day two of the Test match.

"We are confident that this is something we can manage in the lead up to the third Test at Edgbaston.

"As a precaution he’ll be reviewed by the specialist in London again on Wednesday morning before re-joining the touring party.

"Chris was not scheduled to play in the tour match against Derbyshire, so he has time to continue resting ahead of the Test match."

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