Reports: 10 England players mulling on pulling out of Ashes 2021-22

The most high-profile series between Australia and England, Ashes, is all set to take place in December this year. However, there are still questions around the same as time and again many English players have said of pulling out of the series due to extremely hard quarantine rules in Australia. Earlier it was stated that families were not allowed on the tour due to which visiting side showed resentment.

Later, the issue was solved but as per the latest reports, up to 10 England players are mulling off quitting the Ashes series until and unless a little leniency is maintained in travel and quarantine rules. During the meeting which was held in Headingley last week, it was found that Cricket Australia has not progressed a bit so far in relaxing rules for players and their families.

Cricket Australia doesn’t have much influence on Australia Government

It was concluded that Cricket Australia doesn’t have enough influence over the government there and even individual states can impose a ban or shut the city entirely on quick notice. Australian players recently noticed the fickle-minded nature of their government when they were told that they will be allowed to practice at Adelaide Oval upon their return from Bangladesh but were denied later. Instead of their earlier promise, players had to undergo hard quarantine wherein they were confined to their rooms.

Cricket Australia continues to work closely with the ECB and government authorities, reads a statement from CA

“Cricket Australia continues to work closely with the ECB [England and Wales Cricket Board] and government authorities in Australia regarding the upcoming Ashes series, which will be the centerpiece for one of the biggest summers of cricket on record,” a statement from Cricket Australia read.

“We are currently planning the operational requirements of this tour and working with the ECB on the proposed make-up of the England touring party. As was the case last season, CA will work constructively and in partnership with government to deliver the summer of cricket, while ensuring the health, wellbeing, and safety of the community,” the statement further added.