England fast bowler Stuart Broad has backed seamer Mark Wood to replace the injured paceman James Anderson in the fourth Ashes Test against Australia at Trent Bridge.
Besides Wood, fast bowlers Liam Plunkett and Mark Footitt have been named in the 14-man squad for the match, beginning on Thursday.
Wood was ruled out of the third Test at Edgbaston due to ankle injury and was replaced by Steven Finn, who was adjudged as the Player of the Match.
Broad said that Wood would play at Trent Bridge if he proves himself fit for the fourth encounter, the BBC reported.
Broad also stated that he was a big fan of Wood, adding that he loves how hard the seamer works and enjoys the game.
England will aim to seal the five-match series after taking a 2-1 lead following an eight-wicket win over title holders Australia in Birmingham.
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