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England's Ashes Hopes Have Just Had a Massive Boost
Joe Root leads a strong England squad aiming to end a 10-year Ashes drought in Australia, with Ben Stokes recovering from injury and a fast bowling attack expected to be decisive.
- On November 21, the first Test begins in Perth and Joe Root says England cricket team have their best chance to win an Ashes series in Australia this year.
- England plan to use a heavier pace attack that could include three or four bowlers bowling 90mph-plus, with Joe Root highlighting Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse and Josh Tongue.
- Root, who has yet to score a century in Australia, notes he is one of five returning players alongside Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Mark Wood and Ben Stokes.
- Ben Stokes' return to training last month means he has done absolutely everything to be fit and mentally ready, Joe Root says.
- Given past Ashes results, the England cricket team faces a tough task after recent 4-0, 4-0 and 5-0 defeats, with only eight of the touring party having 2023 home Ashes experience.
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