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Mark Wood Ruled Out of Ashes With Knee Flare-Up as England Call Up Matthew Fisher

The 35-year-old will fly home after renewed swelling in his left knee halted his return after one Test.

Overview

  • Medical assessments determined the latest knee flare-up was more serious than England initially hoped following his Brisbane withdrawal.
  • England have added seamer Matthew Fisher to the squad for the third Test in Adelaide on December 16 as they trail the series 2–0.
  • Wood’s comeback ends after eight months out following left knee surgery and a brief return in the Perth opener.
  • In an Instagram message, Wood voiced deep frustration but said he will keep pushing to get back.
  • Former England bowler Darren Gough told talkSPORT he believes Wood’s Test career is likely over given his age and injury record.