Chris Woakes returns to England squad

LONDON: England all-rounder Chris Woakes will return to the squad for the fourth match against India beginning September 2 at The Oval, after recovering from a heel injury.

While Woakes' return is a welcome boost for England, they will be without the services of Jos Buttler. The wicketkeeper-batsman is awaiting the birth of his second child, and has been replaced in the squad by Sam Billings.

England head coach Chris Silverwood said the seamer would further strengthen their pace unit while also offering value with the bat.

"It is very pleasing that we have Chris Woakes returning to the Test squad," said Silverwood. "He is an asset we have been missing both with the ball and his ability to score runs in the middle order. We are looking forward to seeing him prepare at the Oval as we go into back-to-back Tests." IANS

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