Australian opener Matthew Hayden has been ruled out of the opening Test against West Indies, starting Thursday in Jamaica, as he is yet to recover from a heel injury.

Hayden failed to undergo a fitness test and reported of too much pain in his heel.

Simon Katich will replace Hayden and open with Phil Jaques. Brad Hodge will take the place of Michael Clarke at No. 5.

Wicketkeeper Brad Haddin will make his debut for Australia as he becomes 400th Test player to do so for his country.