ENG vs WI 2nd Test: Will rain play as extra at Old Trafford when England look to bounce back against West Indies?
England will look to bounce back in the second Test against West Indies at Old Trafford, Manchester after a shock defeat at Southampton by four wickets.
England will look to bounce back in the second Test against West Indies at Old Trafford, Manchester after a shock defeat at Southampton by four wickets.
With the return of captain Joe Root back in the squad, the batting lineup looks stronger for the host side. There could be a couple of more changes for England as they will look to win and level the series 1-1. As for the Windies, they will look to maintain the momentum they earned.
Old Trafford weather:
The weather shows no rain and it would come as a good piece of news for fans. However, overcast at Old Trafford is expected. The humidity would be on the higher side.
Playing XI:
England: Joe Root (captain), Dom Sibley, Rory Burns, Joe Root, Zak Crawley, Ben Stokes, Ollie Pope, Jose Buttler, Dom Bess/Jack Leach, Jofra Archer, Stuart Broad (Mark Wood), Sam Curran.
West Indies: Jason Holder (Captain), Kraigg Brathwaite, John Campbell, Shai Hope, Shamarah Brooks, Roston Chase, Jermaine Blackwood, Shane Dowrich, Alzarri Joseph, Kemar Roach, Shannon Gabriel.