Overview
- The recently retired all-rounder told BBC Radio 5 Live that Ben Stokes’ side can contend in Australia this winter if the first-choice XI stay on the field.
- He highlighted the team’s depth and experience under Brendon McCullum’s approach as reasons for optimism in challenging Australian conditions.
- Woakes retired from international cricket last month after a shoulder injury in his final Test against India, where he famously batted with his arm in a sling.
- He said he believes he would have been selected for the Ashes squad if not for the injury that ruled him out of the tour.
- Reporting steady rehabilitation progress, Woakes said he is aiming to return in franchise cricket in December, while noting England have not won an Ashes series in Australia since 2010–11.