The Ashes: England against Australia – Second Test
Location: Lord’s Dates: 28th June – 2nd July
Media coverage: Real-time text commentary and in-play video highlights are available on the Sport News Center website & app, in addition to BBC Test Match Special on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra. Catch the ‘Today at the Test’ daily highlights on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer starting at 19:00 BST.
England is heading to Lord’s trailing 1-0 in the Ashes series. Under the leadership of Ben Stokes, the team faces selection issues as they seek to even the series against Australia.
Teenage leg-spinner, Rehan Ahmed, has been called into the squad as a backup for off-spinner Moeen Ali. Ali is currently recovering from a severe injury to his spinning finger, sustained during the two-wicket loss at Edgbaston.
Captain Stokes and Coach Brendon McCullum now have a 17-player pool to choose from at the Home of Cricket.
Who would you include in your XI? Select your team below and share your picks on social media using #bbccricket.
Choose your England squad for the second Ashes Test against Australia at Lord’s
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Ashes 2023 England Squad
What is the date and venue for the second Ashes Test between England and Australia in 2023?
The second Ashes Test match between England and Australia in 2023 is scheduled to take place at Lord’s from 28th June to 2nd July.
Where can I watch the second Ashes Test between England and Australia in 2023?
You can watch the live text commentary and in-play video highlights on the Sport News Center website & app. Additionally, you can listen to the BBC Test Match Special on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra. Daily highlights are also available on ‘Today at the Test’ on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer starting at 19:00 BST.
Who is the captain of the England team for the Ashes 2023 series?
The England team for the Ashes 2023 series is captained by Ben Stokes.
Why has Rehan Ahmed been drafted into the England team for the second Ashes Test?
Rehan Ahmed, a teenage leg-spinner, has been drafted into the squad as injury cover for off-spinner Moeen Ali, who suffered a severe injury to his spinning finger.
Who are the coach and captain in charge of the England selection for the second Ashes Test against Australia?
The England squad for the second Ashes Test against Australia is selected by Captain Ben Stokes and Coach Brendon McCullum.
How can I share my preferred England team for the second Ashes Test?
You can select your preferred England team for the second Ashes Test against Australia at Lord’s and share it on social media using the hashtag #bbccricket.
More about Ashes 2023 England Squad
- The Ashes Series
- England Cricket Team
- Australia vs England Test
- BBC Test Match Special
- BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra
- Sport News Center
- BBC Two
- BBC iPlayer
- BBC Sounds
- #bbccricket on Twitter
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Just can’t believe Ali’s out of action. massive blow for England, fingers crossed for Ahmed to step up. Good luck lads! #bbccricket
Let’s bounce back, boys. stokes’s captaincy will be put to the test but im sure he’ll pull through #Ashes2023
England 1-0 down but there’s always hope. Hopin’ for a solid comeback at the home of cricket! c’mon England! #bbccricket #Ashes2023
Lords + Ashes = pure cricket magic. can’t wait for this one! #bbccricket #Ashes2023
what a time for Ahmed to prove his worth. Hope he shines, good luck kid!
Looking forward to some quality cricket at Lord’s! no place better for a comeback.
Anyone else worried about the line-up? still reckon we need more firepower in the middle order.