Having pushed through punishing schedules over the past few months, Watson and Bollinger have earned their rest, and for Bollinger this can be seen as recognition of his rise in the pecking order of Australian fast bowlers since he made a spot his own on the limited overs tour of India.

Mitchell Johnson will return to play in the two Perth matches while Ryan Harris, the five-wicket hero of the 40-run win at Adelaide Oval yesterday, has retained his place for the rest of the series.

"The National Selection Panel has taken the opportunity to manage the workload of Shane Watson and Doug Bollinger who will return home and not be considered for selection in the last two games against Pakistan," said chairman of selectors Andrew Hilditch.

"Ryan Harris will remain with the squad of 13 after an impressive performance in Adelaide while Mitchell Johnson will also return after having his workload managed for the first three games of this series."

Siddle's sore back will continue to be assessed by team physio Alex Kountouris, with the long flight to Perth hardly likely to help his chances of being fit in time for the next match.

"Peter Siddle's back soreness continues to improve," said Kountouris.

"We will assess him at training on Thursday before a decision is made regarding his availability for Friday's match in Perth."

Australian squad for final two matches versus Pakistan Ricky Ponting (capt), Michael Clarke, Brad Haddin, Ryan Harris, Nathan Hauritz, James Hopes, Michael Hussey, Mitchell Johnson, Shaun Marsh, Clint McKay, Peter Siddle, Adam Voges, Cameron White.

Collated board at the end of the third one-day international between Australia and Pakistan at Adelaide Oval today.

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