Sports News:England have announced their playing XI for the first Test match to be played against India in Leeds from 20 June. Through this match, both teams will start their campaign in the World Test Championship 2025-27. England have launched a balanced team, in which the combination of experience and youth will be seen.
England opened their leaves box before the match
England have announced their playing XI for the first Test match against India. Two days before the Test match started, the selectors led by captain Ben Stokes have finalized their 11 players. The England team consists of strong options in both batting and bowling.
England's playing XI (Leeds Test):
Jack Croly
Ben docket
Oli pope
Joe root
Harry Brooke
Ben Stokes (captain)
Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper)
Chris Woakes
Josh tongs
Bridan Cars
Shoaib Bashir
Jamie Smith's Test debut, Vox return
The most important thing in this playing XI is that Jamie Smith has been given a chance as a wicketkeeper for the first time. He is given priority rather than veteran Johnny Bairstow and Ben Fox. On the other hand, all -rounder Chris Woakes has returned to the Test team, which will strengthen England's bowling lineup.
England's strategy: aggressive cricket
England has been playing aggressive cricket in 'Bazball' style for some time and the same style can be seen in this series. The pair of captain Stokes and Coach Brendon McCullum are known for the fact that they score at a fast pace by breaking the traditional Test strategies.
What will be the challenges in front of Team India?
This test will not be easy for the Indian team. The batsmen may have to struggle hard on England's domestic conditions, swing and seam -helping pitches. Especially in the initial overs against the new ball, batsmen like Jack Croly and Oli Pope can test Indian bowlers.
At the same time, swing bowlers like Chris Woakes and Josh Tung in bowling can disturb Indian top order. Shoaib Bashir's off -spin can also prove to be a surprise package.
Big match before the start of the World Test Championship
This Test match is not just a bilateral match but is also very important for the World Test Championship 2025-27. The eyes of both teams will be on the lead in the points table from the beginning. India would like it to defeat England in his house and give a strong message, while England would like to take full advantage of the domestic conditions.
Expecting exciting match
England's declared playing XI in the Leeds Test has made it clear that the hosts do not want to leave any stone unturned. India will have to play strategically strong and disciplined cricket to overcome this challenge. The audience expects a tremendous Test match that will thrill
cricket lovers.
