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Matthew Cooper

Jonny Bairstow "on the right track" for Ashes and World Cup double after freak leg break

England star Jonny Bairstow has revealed he is "on the right track" in his injury recovery, but does not yet have a return date.

In September, Bairstow broke his leg in three places and dislocated his ankle in a freak accident while playing golf and underwent surgery. The injury meant Bairstow missed England's T20 World Cup win and historic series whitewash over Pakistan, but the 33-year-old is set to play a key role in a bumper 2023 which includes a home Ashes series and the 50-over World Cup.

Speaking at the MCC 'spirit of cricket' panel, Bairstow gave a promising update on his injury, revealing: "It is improving, we're on the right track, we're about four-and-a-half months post it [the injury] happening now.

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