England has opted for a single change to its playing XI for the third Test against Sri Lanka, starting on Friday at the Oval. The hosts, who are in a commanding position with a 2-0 lead in the series, are aiming for a clean sweep.
The change sees Leicestershire’s left-arm pace bowler, Josh Hull, earn his maiden Test cap. Hull, who was added to the squad ahead of the second Test at Lord’s, replaces Matthew Potts.
England’s playing XI for the third Test is: Dan Lawrence, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (captain), Joe Root, Harry Brook (vice-captain), Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Olly Stone, Josh Hull, and Shoaib Bashir.
England will be hoping to continue their strong form and secure a convincing victory in the third Test. Hull’s inclusion adds another dimension to England’s bowling attack, and it will be interesting to see how he performs on the big stage.
