Summary
England fast bowler Mark Wood is hopeful he will be fit for the first Ashes Test match against Australia after recovering from a knee operation. Wood hasn't played since the Champions Trophy in February and aims to be ready for the match on 21 November in Perth. Australia also faces player fitness issues, with changes in their line-up for upcoming games against India.
Key Facts
- Mark Wood is a fast bowler for England's cricket team.
- He hasn't played since February 2024 due to knee surgery.
- Wood is working on getting fit for the first Ashes Test in Perth on 21 November.
- The Ashes is a cricket series between England and Australia.
- Australia's player Cameron Green will miss matches against India due to injury.
- Marnus Labuschagne is replacing Green in Australia's upcoming one-day series.
- Australia is also concerned about the fitness of their captain, Pat Cummins.
