It was exactly two years ago this month that Chris Woakes almost single-handedly changed the complexion of the 2023 Ashes. Former England cricketer Chris Woakes discusses the upcoming 2025 Ashes series in Australia and backs Englands chances of success. England’s most capped seamer in the Oval Test, Chris Woakes , is suspected to have dislocated his left shoulder late during day one of the fifth and final Test against India on Thursday (Jul 31). Attempting to save a boundary at long-off, Woakes ’ left hand slipped on the damp outfield, as he landed awkwardly on his (left) shoulder, later staying down clutching it. England physio Ben Davies rushed to the spot to check on him, helping him walk off the field soon after. Although Woakes will ... Chris Woakes sustained a suspected shoulder injury while fielding during the final Test against India at The Oval. England are sweating on the bowling availability of Chris Woakes after he walked off injured late on day one of the fifth and final Test against India at The Oval.
