Brett Lee has urged England to front load their Ashes attack and play both Mark Wood and Jofra Archer in Perth, despite a warning from Mitchell Starc that Australian conditions could test the tourists' longevity.

England have arrived in Australia armed with arguably their quickest fast-bowling cartel this century, spearheaded by out-and-out speedsters Wood and Archer.

Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue and Brydon Carse are also capable of bowling in excess of 145km/h, giving England pace to burn.

How the tourists manage their quicks remains a major talking point ahead of the series, with both Archer and Wood having endured tough runs with injuries.

Of England's five speedsters, only Wood has played a Test in Australia before, when he was close to their best bowler in 2021-22.

Atkinson, Tongue

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