New Delhi, June 16 -- Mitchell Johnson, former Australian fast bowler has criticized Josh Hazlewood for his participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL) instead of focusing on the preparations for the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa.

Hazlewood's decision to return to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the IPL's crucial stages, despite injury concerns, has sparked debate about his priorities after the Aussies lost to the Proteas in the WTC summit clash.

Josh Hazlewood played a significant role in RCB's first-ever IPL title win on June 3, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in the final. The 34-year-old pacer was in top form, claiming 22 wickets in 12 matches at an impressive average of 17.54 and at an econo...