Australia fast bowler Mitchell Johnson could be ruled out of the start of his side's campaign at the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh due to a toe problem.

The 32-year-old cut one of his right toes during Australia's series victory in the third Test against South Africa last week.

Due to an infection as a result of the cut, Johnson is now in danger of being absent for the start of the tournament later this month.

"He is receiving treatment, but his departure to Bangladesh for the ICC World T20 may be delayed until we are happy that the infection has resolved and his toe fully recovered," BBC Sport quotes Cricket Australia's chief medical officer Justin Paoloni as saying.

Australia's first match of the campaign is against Pakistan on March 23.