Stone's throwing hat into England debate

Olly Stone's Test ambitions remain undimmed by injury setbacks and the fast bowler is optimistic he can force his way back into England's thinking as long as his body holds up this summer.

Having seemingly conquered his back troubles with the insertion of two metal screws to reinforce his spine, a recurring hamstring problem sidelined Stone for much of last year and wrecked his Ashes hopes.

Still only 30, Stone's express pace makes him an attractive option for an England side soon to be in transition as James Anderson follows long-time opening bowling partner Stuart Broad into retirement.