England's Chris Woakes faced a tough decision regarding his injured shoulder, sustained during the fifth Test against India. He is contemplating rehab to potentially avoid surgery, aiming for a quicker return and a chance to participate in the Ashes series in Australia later this year. Woakes' determination to play is evident, highlighted by his courageous batting display despite the injury.
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