Bancroft loses form at wrong time for Test recall

Cameron Bancroft's poor start to the summer has scuppered his hopes of a Test recall. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Cameron Bancroft, the dominant Sheffield Shield batter of the past two seasons, must be suddenly wondering if his Test career is over.

The Western Australian opener could not have been more impressive in recent summers, putting himself in contention for a long-awaited recall.