England unveil XI for second Test against West Indies; Durham fast bowler returns in place of James Anderson

In England have announced that they will play XI in the second Test against The West Indies, will start on July 18 at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. Following a good performance in the first Test at Lord’s, where England won by an innings and 114 runs, the team is eager to continue its winning streak.

The Durham pacer replaces James Anderson

Mark Woodfast bowler from Durham, has been selected to replace him James Anderson in the England team. Anderson, who played his last Test at Lord’s, is set to become England’s bowling coach, marking a major turning point in his illustrious career.

Wood missed the first Test due to his recent return to England’s T20 World Cup campaign in the Caribbean, where he took three wickets in five matches. His inclusion in the team brings new pace and experience to the bowling attack.

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A historic change in England’s batting line-up

This Test makes history for England, as it will be the first time since 2012 that a team has played a Test at home without Anderson or Stuart Broad. Anderson’s presence at Trent Bridge in his new coaching role adds a layer of continuity, as the club look to the future with the current squad.

Matthew Potts and Dillon Pennington await opportunities

With the addition of Mark Wood, the bowlers Matthew Potts again Dillon Pennington they will have to wait for their chance to play. Both have been called up in the England squad for the first two Tests but will not feature in the upcoming match at Trent Bridge.

England XI for the second Test against West Indies:

Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Mark Wood, Shoaib Bashir

UPDATE: David Lloyd criticizes England for allegedly ‘forcing’ James Anderson to retire