England have confirmed their Playing XI for the India vs England 1st Test starting on Friday. Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue both feature, having played for the England Lions against India A. Ben Stokes has named a largely set line-up, with 3 pacers and Shoaib Bashir being the lone spinner.
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— England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 18, 2025IND vs ENG: Chris Woakes makes a return, Josh Tongue passed fit
England have announced their playing XI for the clash at Headingley. Josh Tongue, who suffered an injury scare against India A, has been passed fit and will partner Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse in the pace attack. Jamie Smith will take the gloves, while Bashir features as the finger spinner. Ben Stokes, who was passed fit post surgery, will also chip in with ball in hand.
Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley will open the batting with vice-captain Ollie Pope at No.3. Joe Root and Harry Brook will form the middle order nexus with Ben Stokes. Headingley is Root’s home ground and the former England captain could be in for a big haul.
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