Ashes 2021: Australia 'flexible and practical' for Ashes, says health minister

The Australian government has been "flexible and practical" to ensure the Ashes can go ahead but the fate of the series lies in England's hands, health minister Greg Hunt said on Tuesday. England captain Joe Root and other players have expressed doubts about the tour due to "bubble fatigue" and concerns their families will not be able to travel with them due to Australia's strict COVID-19 protocols. "Ultimately, it's always in the hands of the touring party, but we've been working to be flexible and practical," Hunt told Sky News Australia on Tuesday. READ: England to decide on Ashes tour to Australia this week The five-test series pours about A$200 million into Cricket Australia coffers through broadcast, sponsorship and ticketing, local media have reported.