England’s speedster Mark Wood has given the team an injury scare ahead of their high-octane Ashes 2025-26 series in Australia. Mark Wood is all set to undergo a precautionary scan after feeling discomfort in his hamstring during the first day of the warm-up match against the England Lions in Perth.
The fast bowler bowled just eight overs before leaving the field midway through the afternoon session due to stiffness in his right leg. The England team management confirmed that the move was precautionary, but Wood’s fitness remains under close watch ahead of the iconic Ashes series.
Mark Wood injury scare ahead of Ashes 2025-26
The medical team will assess his condition on Friday, November 14, to rule out any serious injury. Now, England will be hoping it is nothing more than a minor issue, as Wood’s pace and experience make him their key weapon, especially on the fast and bouncy Australian surfaces.
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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a media release, “Mark Wood is set to undergo a precautionary scan on Friday, Nov 14, after suffering hamstring stiffness during Day 1 of England’s warm-up game against England Lions in Perth. The England fast bowler spent time off the field during the afternoon session, having completed eight overs with the ball. He is expected to bowl again in two days’ time.”
To be continued..
