US EditionEngland Bowler Chris Woakes to Miss Rest of England-India Test with Shoulder Injury
GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 31 – Chris Woakes injured his left shoulder diving to save a boundary, putting his participation in the match and upcoming Ashes series in doubt, England will assess his condition closely.
- Chris Woakes injured his shoulder after diving to prevent a boundary on July 31, 2025, during the fifth Test match between India and England at The Kia Oval.
- Woakes, who had returned for this crucial home match after missing four games due to a muscle injury, slipped while fielding and fell heavily onto his left shoulder, prompting immediate medical attention.
- England's Gus Atkinson and Jamie Overton, recovering from prior injuries, along with Josh Tongue, bowled erratic spells, while Atkinson expressed readiness to push limits if Woakes is ruled out.
- Atkinson commented, "It doesn't look great," and said he would be surprised if Woakes takes further part, while England Cricket posted well wishes for Woakes on July 31.
- Woakes' injury is expected to reduce England's bowling options for the rest of the match and casts uncertainty over his future participation, with a scan scheduled to assess the severity of the damage.
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Chris Woakes suffers shoulder dislocation, Ashes participation in doubt
England all-rounder Chris Woakes dislocated his shoulder on Day 1 of the fifth Test against India at The Oval. In the final session of the day, the 36-year-old dived to save a boundary, but hurt his shoulder in the process. He was visibly in pain and complained of an injury as the physios immediately attended to him. Later, on Day 2, the England team management confirmed that Woakes’ injury was serious and he was ruled out for the rest of the ma…
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England bowler Chris Woakes to miss rest of England-India test with shoulder injury
LONDON (AP) — England seamer Chris Woakes has been ruled out of the rest of the fifth and final test against India after injuring his shoulder.
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