England Playing 11 vs India 1st Test: England have announced their playing XI for the first Test against India. The first match of the five -match Test series between India and England will be played in the Handingley Leeds. Chris Woakes has returned to the England team. Also, bowling all -rounder Bridan Cars has also got a chance.

England have chosen three fast bowlers in their playing XI. There are also Ben Stokes, which can do fast bowling. Shoaib Bashir is the only spinner. Vice -captain Oli Pope will play at number three. At the same time, senior batsman Joe Root will play at number four.

England’s playing XI for the first Test against India- Jack Crolee, Ben Docket, Oli Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (Captain), Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Chris Woakes, Bridon Cars, Josh Tung and Shoaib Bashir.

update in progress…