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England names strongest XI for third Test

9/4/2026

Summary

Root Supports Carse

Joe Root said he is ‘hacked off’ by the squad’s alcohol-related stories.
Interim coach Marcus Trescothick said England will field its strongest XI for the third Test.
Durham left seamer Rehan Carse out of the Northamptonshire match despite his 4-95 against Gloucestershire.
Joe Root said his first concern for Carse was his wellbeing, noting the player is very upset.
Harry Brook remains centrally contracted despite his friend Carse’s disciplinary setback.

Summary

England Announces Squad

England named Aneurin Donald and Henry Crocombe for T20 and ODI series.
England omitted Phil Salt, Brydon Carse and Sam Curran; Jamie Overton returned.
England starts T20s on September 15 in Southampton and finishes ODIs on September 27 at The Oval.
Sri Lanka appointed Kusal Mendis captain and Charith Asalanka vice-captain for T20 and ODI squads.
Sri Lanka added Dasun Shanaka and leg-spinner Sachindu Colombage, and kept all-rounders Wanindu Hasaranga and Dunith Wellalage.

History

Historical Context

The 1999 Cricket World Cup, the seventh edition organized by the ICC, was staged in England and Wales from 14 May to 20 June and featured twelve teams—the same field as 1996—but broke the usual four-year cycle by occurring only three years later. Hosted by England, the tournament was won by Australia, underscoring pressure on English selectors in later years.

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Root Supports Carse

Joe Root said he is ‘hacked off’ by the squad’s alcohol-related stories.
Interim coach Marcus Trescothick said England will field its strongest XI for the third Test.
Durham left seamer Rehan Carse out of the Northamptonshire match despite his 4-95 against Gloucestershire.
Joe Root said his first concern for Carse was his wellbeing, noting the player is very upset.
Harry Brook remains centrally contracted despite his friend Carse’s disciplinary setback.

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