Merv Hughes expresses concern for Archer and Wood’s durability in Ashes

Australian cricket legend Merv Hughes expressed concerns about the fitness and availability of England’s pace bowlers Jofra Archer and Mark Wood for the Ashes series. With the first Test approaching, both bowlers have limited experience in Australian conditions, and Wood’s injury history raises doubts about their durability across five matches. Wood indicated his participation would depend on how he feels, while Hughes noted the challenges posed by Australia’s hard pitches. Commentators suggest that if either bowler shows signs of trouble, they will not play to ensure they are fully fit.