BEN STOKES says he is not bothered if Mark Wood clocks a ton because he is happy with the quickie's current fast show.
England's skipper believes his Durham team-mate could smash the 100mph barrier in future "if everything clicks".
Wood fired up Trent Bridge when the speed gun picked up one of his deliveries at 97.1mph, with centurion Kavem Hodge jokingly telling him, "Hey, I've got a wife and kids at home you know", after one ferocious ball.
The West Indies confirmed that another Wood delivery had cracked the wrist of spinner Kevin Sinclair, ruling him out of the final Test.
Asked about breaking three figures, rather than bones, Stokes said: "Woody seems to be getting closer and closer. I'm happy with what he's doing.
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
SAINTS ARE SO GRITTY IN PINK..
Jownes neds back Seagulls VAR denies Archer winner
ALEC'S CHAT HELPED POPE OUT OF STEW
OLLIE POPE revealed a heart to heart with mentor Alec Stewart helped pave the way for his return to form against New Zealand.
Daniel doesn't live in reality..it's a fantasy
Mum's words after spy verdict
Slowthai rape accuser: did not envy pal
A WOMAN who claims she was raped by rapper Slowthai has denied she was jealous he had kissed her friend, a court heard.
Gran's fast Lap
Savvy Siobhan's magical journey to see Santa
Missing boat Brits are scuba teachers
Fears couple have drowned at sea
Thanks given for Bruce
HOLLYWOOD star Bruce Willis enjoys a tender moment with two of his daughters as they spend Thanksgiving together.
E-BIKE HIT & RUN MURDER PROBE
YOUNG mum died after being rammed off an e-bike in what police suspect was a murder.
Putin eyes revenge on Britain
Spy chief warns of reckless sabotage
DERAILED
Alexander made Transport Secretary as Haigh resigns over 2014 fraud conviction
