England reveal playing XI for first Test against New Zealand

England have revealed their playing XI for the first Test against New Zealand, scheduled to start on Thursday, February 16. The Ben Stokes-led team features the resurgent Stuart Broad, who missed the tour of Pakistan in December 2022.

England’s tour of New Zealand comprises two Tests, set be played at Mount Maunganui and Wellington. The series opener will go ahead as planned despite a state of emergency being announced in the country due to Cyclone Gabrielle.

Broadcast Schedule

Pakistan v England 2024
PAK v ENG 2nd Test, Multan
15th October to 19th October
Start time: 6:00 am BST
PAK v ENG 3rd Test, Rawalpindi
24th October to 28th October
Start time: 6:00 am BST