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Ian Botham claims England players who are contemplating opting out of the Ashes 'don't fancy the ultimate test', despite Covid concerns: 'It's a challenge ... I'd already have my bags packed' This year's Ashes series in Australia is in doubt due to England's Covid concerns Joe Root's side want more questions answered about the quarantine protocols Sir Ian Botham has questioned the desire of England stars thinking of opting out Michael Holding says the ECB have a 'western arrogance' after Pakistan T20 call
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England great Ian Botham has questioned the desire of players who are concerned about the strict Covid protocols facing them and their families on this winter’s Ashes tour.
‘It’s the ultimate test and I start to wonder if some of these guys don’t fancy the ultimate test,’ Botham told The Daily Telegraph. ‘To play Test cricket for England is the ultimate and to play against Australia in Australia — and win — is magnificent.
‘I just wish we could put a positive spin on something and my positive spin is: let’s get out
