Cameron Green Back with the Ball: What England Needs to Know Before Ashes 2025

The start of Ashes fever is a mere stone’s throw away, and English fans should probably start getting their fingernails chewed down to the cuticles. Why? With Green ready to bowl again, Australia could turn up the heat and put England under serious pressure in the upcoming Ashes. Green has always been a challenging customer with the bat, but just the thought of him back bowling brings dread into the hearts of bowlers and batters alike.

Green’s Comeback: Not Just a Throwback, But a Game-Changer

Cameron Green returning to full-time bowling isn’t just a “nice to have” for Australia—it’s a potential nightmare for England. The 25-year-old has spent months recovering and honing his all-around skills, and seeing him in the nets during the South Africa series is a clear signal: he’s ready to be a dual-threat again. Bowing close to 36 deliveries in practice might not seem earth-shattering, but it’s a step toward being a serious bowling option in the Ashes.

Green provides quantity in the Australian attack. He can deliver steady medium-fast spells, keep the scoreboard moving, and snatch crucial wickets when it matters most. England’s batters will have to reckon with someone who can literally alter the situation mid-game. He can bat at number three one day and potentially bowl crucial overs the next day. It is this unpredictability that will make him a strategist’s nightmare.

The Batting Boost Makes His Bowling Even More Dangerous

Ever since Australia lost to South Africa in the WTC 2025 final, Green gave glimpses of his brilliance throughout his time in the West Indies, with scores of 52, 46, and 42. Even on difficult pitches, Park behaved exceptionally; he showed patience and technique when the pitches weren’t at their best.

Picture that kind of reliable batting combined with a fully back-in-action bowling attack. Facing Green means dealing with a player who can turn a match on its head at any moment, targeting gaps in strategy and execution. Green seems to have the ability to manage difficult wickets abroad, so he will certainly be able to attack pitches here in Australia, described as fast, bouncy, and infamous for punishing mistakes.

Timing Is Everything: Sheffield Shield as the Launchpad

Talk about being timely. Australia chose the Sheffield Shield to ease Green back into high-stakes bowling action. Genius. He gets some workloads, finds his rhythm, and hopefully tidies up whatever gremlins are left in his action before the Ashes. And from a team management view, it’s about peaking at the right time. When the first Test starts, Green should be match-fit in both forms of the game – a multi-pronged attack that England simply won’t be able to ignore.

It also sends a psychological message. England’s batters might be entering the series already thinking about how to tackle a reinvigorated Green, which can add subtle but real pressure. Cricket isn’t just physical; it’s mental. And having a bowler who can bat at No.3 and bowl at pace adds a mental chess element that England’s coaching staff will need to navigate carefully.

FAQs 

Q1: How did Green perform with the bat in the recent series?

He scored 52, 46, and 42 in the West Indies, showing consistency even on tough wickets.

Q2: How does Green’s all-round ability affect England’s preparation?

England must strategize for both its batting and bowling, adding mental and tactical pressure.

Q3: Has Green been practicing his bowling recently?

Yes, he bowled around 36 deliveries in nets during the ongoing South Africa series.