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England Recall Batsman Lawrence for Pakistan Series
- England announced a 16-man squad on Thursday for the three-match Test series against Pakistan, with Joe Root appointed captain and Jordan Cox to bat at No. 3.
- Bethell sustained a right knee injury during England's recent ODI series against India, necessitating his withdrawal, while Root assumes permanent captaincy duties for the first time since 2022.
- Returning to the test setup after two years, Surrey batter Dan Lawrence joins the squad at No. 6, while Ollie Pope is recalled to provide experienced wicket-keeping cover.
- Interim head coach Marcus Trescothick will manage the side before Stephen Fleming takes charge; the series begins August 19 at Headingley, followed by matches at Lord's and Edgbaston.
- National selector Marcus North stated, "We have selected a squad for the first two Tests that balances rising talent with the experience needed against a quality Pakistan team.
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England recall batsman Lawrence for Pakistan series
National selector Marcus North, announcing a 16-man squad for the first two matches of the three-Test series on Thursday, confirmed Lawrence would bat at number six. Jordan Cox, who replaces the injured Jacob Bethell, will bat at number three. Joe Root leads the side after being appointed for a second stint, with the first Test starting at Headingley on August 19. Lawrence has been in the international wilderness since he made his 14th Test appe…
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England have announced a 16-man squad for the first two Tests against Pakistan. Joe Root will return as permanent captain, while Dan Lawrence, Ollie Pope, and Brydon Carse have returned to the Test squad.
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