James Rew is set to make his England Test debut in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval after being called into the side as a replacement for wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. Multiple outlets report that Smith misses the match because of the birth of his second child, with another report specifying the birth of a daughter. As a result, Rew takes the wicketkeeping role and joins the team as a third Test debutant. The change comes as England and New Zealand regroup for day one of the second men’s Test, which is described in coverage as a must-win situation for England. While the wicketkeeping selection is the main focus across the reports, all sources align on the same sequence: Smith is unavailable due to the birth of his baby, Rew is recalled to replace him, and he makes his debut in the second Test. Coverage also notes the match context as part of the ongoing series and highlights that teams regroup ahead of the next stage.
James Rew set for England Test debut after Jamie Smith misses New Zealand match
James Rew is set to make his England Test debut in the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval after being called into the side as a replacement for wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. Multiple outlets repo...
- James Rew is called up to make his England Test debut in the second Test against New Zealand.
- Jamie Smith misses the second Test because of the birth of his second child.
- Rew replaces Smith and takes over as wicketkeeper for the match.
- The second Test is at The Kia Oval, with coverage focusing on day one and team regrouping.
- Rew is reported as joining England as a third debutant.
England v New Zealand: second men’s Test, day one – live The GuardianEngland vs New Zealand: James Rew to make debut as Jamie Smith misses second Test for birth of child BBCEngland vs New Zealand, second Test, The Kia Oval, day one Sky SportsJames Rew takes gloves at Oval after Jamie Smith goes on paternity leave The TimesTeams regroup after mid-series chaos, ahead of must-win Oval Test ESPNcricinfo
2 months agoJames Rew to make England debut in second Test against New Zealand as Jamie Smith replaced following birth of his second child Sky SportsEngland v New Zealand: second Test match – live The GuardianEngland vs New Zealand, second Test, The Kia Oval, day one Sky SportsEngland vs New Zealand: James Rew to make debut as Jamie Smith misses second Test for birth of child BBCJames Rew takes gloves at Oval after Jamie Smith goes on paternity leave The Times
2 months agoJamie Smith misses England's second Test against New Zealand following the birth of his daughter, with James Rew coming into the side as a third debutant.
2 months agoJamie Smith misses England's second Test against New Zealand following the birth of his daughter, with James Rew coming into the side as a third debutant.
2 months agoJames Rew will make his England debut in the second Test against New Zealand after being called up to replace Jamie Smith following the birth of the wicketkeeper's second child.
2 months agoEngland vs New Zealand: James Rew to make debut as Jamie Smith misses second Test for birth of child BBCEngland vs New Zealand, second Test, The Kia Oval, day one Sky SportsTeams regroup after mid-series chaos, ahead of must-win Oval Test ESPNcricinfoJames Rew set to make Test debut for England vs New Zealand England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)(3) England v New Zealand: second men’s Test, day one – live The Guardian
2 months ago
Connor Hellebuyck confirms trade request from Winnipeg Jets
Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirms he has requested a trade out of the team. Multiple outlets...
U.S. says Patriot interceptor stocks in Europe are “beyond critical”
The U.S. military is facing a “beyond critical” shortage of Patriot missile interceptor rounds in Europe, according to U...
Larne eliminated from UEFA Conference League play-off by Lincoln Red Imps after extra-time defeat
Larne’s bid to reach the UEFA Conference League main phase ends as they lose to Lincoln Red Imps over two legs, falling...