Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Jamie Overton has been called up to the England squad for the fifth and final Test against India at The Oval.
Overton's inclusion comes after England's bowlers faced a heavy workload in the drawn fourth Test at Old Trafford. Captain Ben Stokes hinted at the need for fresh legs in the squad, leading to Overton's selection.
Overton, who last played a Test match in 2022, provides England with another pace option. His recent form for Surrey in the County Championship likely contributed to his recall.
The fifth Test, starting on July 31st, will decide the fate of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, with England currently leading the series 2-1.
“If you look at how long we've been out in the field and the overs that we bowled as a bowling unit, everyone is going to be pretty sore and pretty tired going into the last game of the series…These recovery days are going to be pretty important and we might have to make a few decisions to get some fresh legs in.”
Best strike rate performers in 2025 season (batting specialists only: batters, all-rounders, wicketkeepers) for Chennai Super Kings players
Rank | Player | Team | strike-rate-2025 |
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#1 | CSK | 214.29 | |
#2 | CSK | 150.62 | |
#3 | CSK | 135.71 | |
#4 | CSK | 135.59 | |
#5 | CSK | 135.17 |