England and Ireland Face Off in 4-Day Test at Lord’s
The stage is set for a thrilling battle between England and Ireland as the two sides face off in a four-day Test match at Lord’s. Ben Stokes, the captain of England, won the toss and chose to bowl first. Ireland’s lineup includes debutant Fionn Hand and Joshua Little who has been rested. On the other side, Jonny Bairstow makes his return to international cricket for the first time since September following a freak golfing incident. England, however, will have to make do without the services of James Anderson and Ollie Robinson.
England and Ireland Lineups for the Test Match
Ireland’s Playing XI consists of James McCollum, PJ Moor, Andy Balbirnie (captain), Harry Tector, Paul Stirling, Lorcan Tucker (wicketkeeper), Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, and Graham Hume.
England’s Playing XI includes Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (captain), Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow (wicketkeeper), Stuart Broad, Matthew Potts, Josh Tongue, and Jack Leach.
Australia Confirm WTC Final 2023 Squad; Josh Hazlewood and David Warner Make Cut
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Conclusion
England and Ireland are set to face off in a four-day Test match at Lord’s. Both sides have announced their lineups, with England’s Jonny Bairstow returning to international cricket after a long absence due to a freak golfing incident. Meanwhile, Australia have also confirmed their squad for the 2023 World Test Championship final which includes Josh Hazlewood and David Warner. It promises to be an exciting battle between the two sides.