Overview

• Stuart Broad said on his BBC podcast that Australia are "probably the worst" side since 2010 and that England are at their strongest since then.
• David Warner earlier predicted a 4-0 Australia win and mocked England’s pursuit of a "moral victory," prompting Broad’s response.
• Australia captain Pat Cummins said he is "probably less likely than likely" to be fit for the first Test in Perth on 21 November.
• Reporters highlight questions over Australia’s top order, concerns about an ageing seam attack, and the workload of five Tests in seven weeks.
• Alastair Cook urged England to retain Ollie Pope at No. 3 and suggested conditions in Perth could lead to a seam-heavy bowling plan.