Received a call-up to the squad prior to the third Test after injuries to Glenn McGrath and Brett Lee.

He is regarded by many as a new McGrath but lost his central contract a few years ago after being struck down with a variety of injury problems of his own.

Bagged 40 wickets in Australia's Pura Cup domestic competition during the winter to catch the selectors' eyes again.

Clark had been plying his trade with Middlesex in the Frizzell County Championship prior to his call-up.