Josh Tongue is included in England’s squad for the first Test match against India at Headingley. As the England and Indian cricket teams prepare for their upcoming Test series, the England Lions and India A teams are competing in an unofficial Test series. The second Test between these sides is currently underway at the County Ground in Northampton.
During this match, England Lions fast bowler Josh Tongue reportedly suffered an injury and left the field on the third day. This is a significant setback for England, as Tongue is also part of their squad for the first Test against India, raising doubts about his availability for that game.
England recently announced a 14-player squad led by captain Ben Stokes for the first Test, India, which will begin on July 20 at Headingley in Leeds, marking the start of the five-match Test series between the two teams.
Josh Tongue picked two wickets for England Lions
Josh Tongue took two wickets for England Lions in the first innings, though he was quite expensive with the ball, conceding 91 runs in 20.3 overs. In the second innings, he failed to take any wickets and gave away 27 runs in his four-over spell.
The 27-year-old fast bowler has appeared in three Tests for England so far. He made his international debut in June 2023 against Ireland and has claimed 12 wickets in his career to date, including a five-wicket haul in a single innings.
Meanwhile, the India A team holds a 184-run lead at stumps on day three of the ongoing second unofficial Test. India, Batting first, they posted a total of 348 runs in their first innings, with KL Rahul delivering a brilliant century.
Khaleel Ahmed’s four-wicket haul later helped bowl England Lions out for 327 runs. By the end of day three, India A had reached 163 for 4. The first unofficial Test between the two sides ended in a draw.
