Nathan Lyon aspires a comeback in the upcoming Ashes series after injury slowed him down

Australian cricket team off-spinner Nathan Lyon missed out on the last three Tests of the Ashes 2023 series against England. Lyon injured his calf during the second Test at Lord's, however, he did come out to bat in the second innings and played an important role in the team's win by 48 runs. 

3 things you need to know 

• Australia retained the coveted 'urn' for the fourth consecutive time 
• The five-match Ashes 2023 series was drawn at a scoreline of 2-2 
• England defeated Australia in the fifth Ashes 2023 Test by a margin of 49 runs 

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Nathan Lyon aims to play the upcoming Ashes series 

Australian cricket team off-spinner Nathan Lyon, after the conclusion of the Ashes 2023 series, has revealed that he wants to feature in the next edition of the world's oldest cricket rivalry. Speaking to SEN Sports, Lyon said: 

I tell you one thing, I’m definitely not joking about going back to the Ashes. I feel like having this injury, coming home and watching the guys play the three Test matches has really driven me to get back there and make sure I’m back playing cricket.

Nathan Lyon added:

My hunger for the game has probably gone to a new level, this has allowed me to have a little bit more time off during my rehab, sit back, reflect and reset some goals and find a really decent purpose for me. I’m definitely not writing off going back to England for the Ashes, the finish line for me hasn’t even popped up in my eyesight yet, I’ve still got a lot of cricket left in me in my eyes and a lot to offer the Renegades, New South Wales cricket but also Australia.

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The English cricket team made a tremendous comeback after going 2-0 down and won the third Test in Headingley by three wickets. The hosts were in an excellent position to win the fourth match in Manchester, however; it ended in a draw due to rain. Ben Stokes and company emerged victorious in the last match played at the Kennington Oval and ended the series at 2-2.