The English team has decided to keep the same 14-member squad for the forthcoming fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.
This decision implies that Surrey’s wicketkeeper Ben Foakes will not be participating, while Jonny Bairstow is anticipated to continue his role behind the stumps.
Ollie Pope will not be joining the team, as he sustained a shoulder injury during the second Test at Lord’s, which will keep him sidelined for the rest of the summer season.
England clinched victory in the third Test by three wickets, putting the series at 2-1 in favour of Australia with two more Tests remaining.
The commencement of the fourth Test is scheduled for Wednesday, 19 July.
The unchanged England team includes Ben Stokes (Durham, captain), Moeen Ali (Warwickshire), James Anderson (Lancashire), Jonathan Bairstow (Yorkshire), Stuart Broad (Nottinghamshire), Harry Brook (Yorkshire), Zak Crawley (Kent), Ben Duckett (Nottinghamshire), Dan Lawrence (Essex), Ollie Robinson (Sussex), Joe Root (Yorkshire), Josh Tongue (Worcestershire), Chris Woakes (Warwickshire), and Mark Wood (Durham).
Further details to follow soon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Fourth Ashes Test
Who is the wicketkeeper for the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford?
Jonny Bairstow is set to continue his role as the wicketkeeper for the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.
Who has been ruled out from the England squad due to injury?
Ollie Pope has been ruled out from the England squad for the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford due to a shoulder injury he sustained during the second Test at Lord’s.
What is the current standing of the Ashes series?
As of the third Test, Australia leads the Ashes series 2-1 against England, with two more Tests to go.
When does the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford start?
The fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford is set to commence on Wednesday, 19 July.
Who is the captain of the England squad for the fourth Ashes Test?
Ben Stokes from Durham is the captain of the England squad for the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.
5 comments
really was hoping Wood and Broad could swing it for us in the last Test. fingers crossed they bring their A-game this time. we need it.
Stokesy leading the pack again, solid choice, he’s a born leader. Can’t wait for 19th. Let’s bring the Ashes home!
it’s bout time we win another one lads. The 4th Test is ours for the taking! #believe
no way! was hoping Foakes would get a look in this time. Bairstow’s good but Foakes deserves a chance too, just sayin’.
Poor Ollie Pope, must be gutted to be ruled out of rest of the summer… :/