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Dawson Replaces Injured Bashir in England Squad for Fourth Test

GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND, JUL 15 – Liam Dawson returns to England's Test squad after eight years due to Shoaib Bashir's finger injury, with Dawson excelling in county cricket and England leading the series 2-1.

  • England have added Liam Dawson to their team for the upcoming fourth Test versus India at Old Trafford starting July 23, replacing Shoaib Bashir, who was sidelined due to injury.
  • Bashir fractured a finger on his non-bowling hand during the third Test while fielding and will miss the rest of the five-match series.
  • Dawson, last playing a red-ball international in July 2017, has excelled in First-Class cricket, securing 10,731 runs and 371 wickets for Hampshire.
  • Selector Luke Wright praised Dawson’s excellent performances in the County Championship, highlighting his reliable contributions for Hampshire.
  • England leads the series 2-1 after a nail-biting 22-run victory at Lord's, and Dawson's inclusion aims to maintain bowling strength for the upcoming Test.
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The Telegraph broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
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