England Recall Veteran Jimmy Anderson for Fourth Test Against Australia
England have brought back veteran Jimmy Anderson for the fourth Test against Australia at Old Trafford in Manchester. Anderson missed the third Test at Headingley, and will be replacing Ollie Robinson from the victorious side at Leeds.
Anderson’s Position in the XI Under Scrutiny
The 40-year-old’s position in the XI had been subject to much scrutiny following his meager return of three wickets in the first two Tests, leading to his omission for the third. However, he has been reinstated for the fourth Test at Old Trafford, a venue where he has a great record – having picked up 37 wickets in 10 Tests since 2004.
Moeen Ali to Bat at No.3
The England XI also confirmed that Moeen Ali will be batting at No.3. His last outing in this position saw him managing just five runs in the second innings at Leeds, but this allows Harry Brook to bat further down at his preferred No.5 slot – where he scored a crucial fifty in the first innings.
Conclusion
England have opted to recall veteran Jimmy Anderson for the fourth Test against Australia at Old Trafford, Manchester. Anderson had been omitted from the third Test at Headingley due to his lack of wickets in the first two Tests, but his excellent record at the venue has seen him reinstated. The XI also confirmed that Moeen Ali will be batting at No.3, allowing Harry Brook to bat further down the order at his preferred No.5 slot.