Delhi: The first match of the three-match Test series between Pakistan and England starting from October 7 may prove to be difficult for England. English team captain and veteran all-rounder Ben Stokes is out of this match due to injury, which is a big blow for the team. Stokes had not even played in the Test series against Sri Lanka before this.
England has announced its team for the first test, in which Ollie Pope has been given the captaincy. Fast bowler Braydon Carse will debut in Test cricket from this match, while the responsibility of spin attack has been given to Jack Leach and Shoaib Bashir.
Opener Jack Crawley has returned to the team, which will further strengthen England’s batting. Along with him, experienced and talented batsmen like Ben Duckett, Joe Root and Harry Brook are also part of the team.
England’s squad for the first Test is as follows:
Jack Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (captain), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jack Leach and Shoaib Bashir.
A total of 88 Test matches have been played between Pakistan and England so far, out of which England has won 28 matches, while Pakistan has been victorious in 21 matches. Apart from this, 39 test matches have ended in a draw.
FAQ
Who is the best player of England?
England fast bowler james anderson His team is known for its excellent bowling. He is one of the greatest bowlers in Test.
Who was the first captain of England?
In 1971, ray illingworth Captained England in his first ODI. In 1977, the management of the England team was taken over by the former Test and County Cricket Board (TCCB) and then by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) until 1 January 1997.