Gillespie passed fit for fifth Test

SYDNEY, Jan 1 AAP - Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie has been passed fit for the fifth Ashes Test against England at the SCG tomorrow.

Gillespie pulled up stiff and sore after the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, but was given the all-clear by medical staff at Australian training at the SCG today.

Australian captain Steve Waugh said his side would play three fast bowlers and one spinner in the final match of the series.

Gillespie, Brett Lee, Andy Bichel and leg-spinner Stuart MacGill are likely to form the Australian bowling attack in the absence of injured duo Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne.