England has revealed a 12-man squad for the upcoming first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s. The squad includes uncapped batter Emilio Gay and fast bowler Sonny Baker. Ollie Robinson also makes a return to the England Test squad after his last appearance in February 2024.
Durham’s Emilio Gay and Hampshire’s Sonny Baker are set to make their debuts in the Test arena. Meanwhile, Sussex’s Ollie Robinson is back in the squad after a considerable gap. Jofra Archer will miss the first Test due to a break following his time in Barbados but might be available for the second match starting June 17.
England head coach Brendon McCullum emphasized a cautious approach towards Archer’s return, indicating a thorough assessment before his potential inclusion in the series. Despite Archer’s absence, the squad boasts experienced players like Shoaib Bashir and additional pace support from Robinson, Gus Atkinson, and Josh Tongue.
The squad for the first Test against New Zealand includes notable names like Ben Stokes, Joe Root, and Emilio Gay. With the series set to kick off at Lord’s, England aims to bounce back from their recent Ashes defeat and start the summer on a positive note.
