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NEW DELHI: The England Men’s team has announced a 12-player squad for the First Ashes Test against Australia at Perth Stadium, starting on Friday. The squad combines experienced campaigners with promising young talent to tackle Australia in what is expected to be a challenging opener.
England 12-player squad for first Test
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Your 12-player England Ashes squad for the first Test in Perth 📋
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Batting Line-up
The batting order is anchored by captain Ben Stokes and senior batter Joe Root. They are supported by Harry Brook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, and Ollie Pope, providing a mix of aggression and stability in the middle and top order. Jamie Smith has been named as wicket-keeper, adding depth to the batting options.
Bowling Attack
England’s pace attack is led by Jofra Archer, Mark Wood, and Brydon Carse, while Gus Atkinson and Shoaib Bashir offer additional seam options. The squad reflects a balance of experience and youth, designed to handle the fast and bouncy conditions at Perth Stadium.
