Ashes 2019: SWOT analysis of Australia's squad

Threats

Anderson and Broad will be the main threats for the Australian batsmen

The likes of Warner, Smith, Starc, Cummins and Lyon have been playing continuous cricket since the 2019 World Cup and will have to stay match fit at all times to give their 100% on the field. It will be interesting to see how the Australian team management manages the workload of the Australian pacers during the Ashes, as an injury to any of their premier fast bowlers could seriously derail their Ashes campaign.

Moreover, The England bowling attack is an experienced one comprising of James Anderson, Stuart Broad, Chris Woakes, Moeen Ali and Ben Stokes. The likes of Sam Curran have tasted success at the Test level, and the dangerous Jofra Archer is also likely to be a part of the bowling party at some time in the Ashes.

The Australian batsmen will have to be cautious at all times, as the English bowlers will give them no breathing space.

The 2019 Ashes promises to be an exciting contest with Australia looking to win for the first time in England since 2001. Though England seem to be the favourites, Australia are not far behind; if their batting clicks, they could well win the urn again.