Here is a comprehensive guide to England’s three-match Test series against Sri Lanka…
When are the Tests taking place?
The Test matches will be held from August 21 to September 10, with Emirates Old Trafford hosting the first Test, Lord’s the second, and the Kia Oval the third.
- 1st Test: England v Sri Lanka, 21-25 August 2024, Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
- 2nd Test: England v Sri Lanka, 29 August-2 September 2024, Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
- 3rd Test: England v Sri Lanka, 6-10 September 2024, Kia Oval, London
Who is in the England squad?
Ben Stokes will be absent due to a hamstring injury, while opener Zak Crawley is sidelined with a fractured finger. Jordan Cox and Olly Stone have been called up but are not in the final team.
England’s playing XI features Dan Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, and others, with Ollie Pope leading the team in Stokes’ absence.
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England XI to face Sri Lanka
The playing XI includes Dan Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, and others, with Ollie Pope leading the team in Stokes’ absence.
Ollie Pope will captain the team for the first time, providing an opportunity to showcase his leadership skills.
