England Confirms Squad for Pakistan Test Series, Cox at No. 3
At a glance
- England announced 16-member squad for first two Tests against Pakistan, starting August 19.
- Joe Root captains the team; Jordan Cox takes crucial No. 3 batting spot.
- Dan Lawrence, Ollie Pope, Brydon Carse, and Sam Cook return to the squad.
Story so far
England has announced a 16-member squad for the first two Test matches against Pakistan, set to begin on August 19. Joe Root has been appointed captain, his first permanent Test captaincy since 2022, following Ben Stokes' resignation. Jordan Cox has been given the pivotal No. 3 batting role after Jacob Bethell was ruled out with a season-ending knee injury. The squad also sees the return of Dan Lawrence, Ollie Pope, Brydon Carse, and Sam Cook, strengthening various departments under new head coach Stephen Fleming.
Latest development
England has confirmed its 16-member squad for the initial two Test matches against Pakistan, with Jordan Cox assigned the crucial No. 3 batting position following Jacob Bethell's season-ending knee injury. Dan Lawrence, Ollie Pope, Brydon Carse, and Sam Cook are among the key returns to the squad.
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Jordan Cox has been handed the pivotal No. 3 batting role for England, following Jacob Bethell's season-ending knee injury. Cox, who debuted against New Zealand earlier this summer, is set to occupy this crucial position. Dan Lawrence has also been recalled to the Test squad after a two-year absence, following a strong County Championship season where he scored 788 runs at an average of 65.66, including five centuries. He is expected to bat at No. 6 and provide off-spin. Wicketkeeper-batter Ollie Pope returns as the reserve gloveman after missing part of the last Ashes series. Fast bowler Brydon Carse has recovered from wrist and elbow injuries, and seamer Sam Cook also returns. Ollie Robinson retained his place after taking seven wickets against New Zealand at Lord’s. This squad is the first selected under newly appointed head coach Stephen Fleming, who worked with interim coach Marcus Trescothick and national selector Marcus North.
England has confirmed a 16-member squad for the initial two Test matches against Pakistan. Joe Root will lead the team as permanent Test captain for the first time since 2022. Sam Cook and Jordan Cox have been included in the squad, while Jacob Bethall is unavailable due to a right knee injury. The second Test is scheduled for August 27, and the final match will be played on September 9.
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