England all-rounder Will Jacks is still working to rebuild his bowling confidence after undergoing appendix surgery. Multiple reports say the 27-year-old is recovering and managing the impact of the procedure on his bowling performance.

The coverage notes that Jacks was hospitalised last month after flying to Edinburgh to celebrate his mother’s 60th birthday. The Independent and the Belfast Telegraph frame his current situation as an ongoing recovery process, with the emphasis placed on how the surgery has affected his rhythm and confidence rather than a specific timeline for a return.

While the outlets focus on the same medical setback and personal background, the Independent adds detail by linking the recovery to his bowling contribution during England’s recent win, describing it as part of the broader picture of how he is adapting post-surgery. Both sources agree on the core facts of the hospitalisation and the reason for the trip to Edinburgh, and they describe his current state as a rebuilding phase rather than a complete return to full form.