Seamer Atkinson Adds to England's Fitness Concerns.
'Significant concern' for the English camp after Atkinson leaves the field with a hamstring injury.
The English seamer increased the fitness woes of the England squad upon exiting the ground early on day two of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia.
Atkinson experienced discomfort in his left hamstring immediately following a delivery of the fourth over during the morning session.
The touring camp stated Atkinson reported "discomfort" and required time off the field for further assessment "during the day".
The series decider of the series in Sydney starts at the end of the week.
England have previously lost fast bowlers one seamer with a knee problem and another paceman because of a side injury during this series.
Matthew Fisher was added to the party to provide backup.
His form was underwhelming during the first two matches, managing only three wickets.
He was dropped for the Adelaide match, then recalled for the fourth Test to fill the void.
Atkinson performed better in the fourth Test, claiming a couple of wickets with the ball, before adding 28 with the bat being one of only three teammates to reach double figures.
Following a brief spell late on the first day, he returned for the second day's play and had nightwatchman taken by the wicketkeeper.
Yet, at the end of the fifth over, he sent down a variation to the batsman and promptly felt for his hamstring.
Gus Atkinson was recalled for the Boxing Day Test having missed of the third.
