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England weighs Test debut for Baker

Published June 2, 2026 · Updated June 2, 2026 · The Guardian

England is considering Hampshire's Sonny Baker for a Test debut against New Zealand at Lord's, with weather conditions potentially influencing the final selection.

England has announced a 12-man squad for Thursday's first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, postponing the decision on Baker's selection. Coach Brendon McCullum supports Baker's 'noise' approach, similar to the strategy used with Mark Wood in the Ashes. akupunkturabielsko.pl

Gus Atkinson may feature if conditions are less hot, while Shoaib Bashir has been chosen as the frontline spinner over Rehan Ahmed. Jacob Bethell is fit after a finger injury and available to bowl if required.

England weighs Test debut for Baker

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