England's Batting Dilemma: Who Will Lose Their Spot When Bethell Returns?
England now face a classic puzzle reminiscent of a Countdown final, as they must decide which batsman will be squeezed out when Jacob Bethell recovers from his knee injury. The retirement of Ben Stokes and Bethell’s recent lay‑off opened doors for Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence in the Test side, and both have taken advantage of the chance against a struggling Pakistan outfit. While Stokes is unlikel…
Aug. 31, 2026, 11 a.m.