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Mark Wood Sets September Durham Comeback to Prove Ashes Fitness

England have an acclimatisation plan that includes a Loughborough camp and early arrival in Perth if he comes through county matches next month.

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Wood remains England’s fastest bowler and is a vital part of their plan to hit Australia with pace

Overview

  • Wood said he aims to play one or two County Championship games for Durham in September after six months out with a knee injury.
  • He explained his knee swelled after bowling at Lord’s during a push for England’s final India Test, leading to the joint being drained and a cautious rehab since.
  • Durham’s September red-ball fixtures against Essex, Worcestershire and Yorkshire are the likely opportunities for his return.
  • England intend for Wood to attend a Loughborough bowling camp and join an advance party in Perth ahead of the November 21 Ashes opener, subject to fitness.
  • The 35-year-old remains England’s quickest seamer and has 41 wickets in 11 Tests against Australia, underscoring why plans are in place if he proves ready.