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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Rory Dollard

England consider handing Test debut to fast bowler in first red-ball match since Ashes disaster

England will face New Zealand on Thursday - (Reuters)

England are contemplating a Test debut for promising fast bowler Sonny Baker at Lord’s, as the national side prepares for their first red-ball outing since their Ashes debacle concluded almost five months ago.

Head coach Brendon McCullum has indicated that the 23-year-old is firmly in contention for a spot in Thursday’s series opener against New Zealand.

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