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England's Woakes Faces Injury Scans After Heartbreaking Loss

8/6/2025

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England faces a tense wait as they evaluate Chris Woakes' shoulder injury, sustained during the nail-biting fifth Test against India. Despite battling through pain and sporting a sling, Woakes showed remarkable determination, running between wickets. The match ended in heartbreak for England, losing by just six runs. Scans on Wednesday will reveal the extent of his injury.

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England faces a tense wait as they evaluate Chris Woakes' shoulder injury, sustained during the nail-biting fifth Test against India. Despite battling through pain and sporting a sling, Woakes showed remarkable determination, running between wickets. The match ended in heartbreak for England, losing by just six runs. Scans on Wednesday will reveal the extent of his injury.