Josh Hazlewood said after his demolition job on India that he feels fit enough to play all five Tests against Australia in the Ashes later this year. Hazlewood’s comments come amid doubts from Australia’s selectors about whether their star-studded but ageing pace department can hold up to the rigours of playing five Test matches in the marquee series, particularly with one of them, captain Pat Cummins, in doubt to play the opening match in Perth.

“My body feels great right now, I am very confident of getting through all five (tests) without any dramas,” Hazlewood told Australian media after the first ODI against India on Sunday. The 34-year-old was sensational in Australia’s seven-wicket win in a rain-curtailed first ODI in Perth, registering figures of 2/20. Both his wickets were big one

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