England’s playing XI declared for third Test against India, this deadly player returns after 1596 days

England playing xi for 3rd test: The 5 matches of 5 matches between India and England are standing at a thrilling turn. After the first two matches, the series has reached 1–1. The third Test match will be played from July 10 at the historic Lord’s ground in London.

Preparations for both teams have been completed for this match. England have announced their playing 11 before the third Test. This time the English team will land on the field with a major change, where a deadly fast bowler is going to return after 1596 days.

Jofra Archer will return to Test after 1596 days

England have included Jofra Archer in playing 11 for the third Test. He has come in the team instead of Josh Tong. Archer will play Test cricket for the first time since February 2021. This is his return to Test cricket after 1596 days after battling injuries, and his arrival in Lord’s can prove to be a game changer for England.

No change in batting order

Despite a shameful defeat in the second Test, England have not made any changes in their batting order. Ben Docket and Jack Croly will start the innings, while the middle order will be responsible for Oli Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook and Captain Ben Stokes.

Ben Stokes expressed happiness over Archer’s return

Speaking on the return of Joffra Archer at the press conference, captain Ben Stokes said, “I am very excited about his return. It is a matter of great pleasure not only for us, but also for Archer and fans. The way he prepared and returned after his injury is really commendable.”

England’s playing 11 for the third Test match

Ben Docket, Jack Croly, Oily Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (Captain), Jamie Smith, Chris Woakes, Bridon Cars, Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir