Jacob Bethell Earns First Test Call-Up as England Prepares for New Zealand Series

Jacob Bethell has been called up to England's Test squad for the New Zealand series, joining after his white-ball debut against Australia. Other key players include Rehan Ahmed and Jordan Cox. England aims to challenge New Zealand, aiming for a spot in the ICC World Test Championship Final.

All-rounder Jacob Bethell has secured his first call-up to England's Test squad as they prepare to face New Zealand. Bethell, who made his white-ball debut earlier this year against Australia in ODIs and T20Is, is set to join the team in this highly anticipated series.

The England squad will also see the inclusion of Rehan Ahmed and Jordan Cox, who previously participated in the ODI and T20I series against the West Indies. Jordan Cox will handle wicket-keeping duties, stepping in for Jamie Smith, who will miss the tour due to personal commitments.

Despite England's position at sixth in the ICC World Test Championship 2025 table, they are determined to make an impact against fourth-placed New Zealand. The three-match series is crucial for New Zealand as they aim for a spot in the Championship Final. The series begins on November 28 at Christchurch's Hagley Oval.

(With inputs from agencies.)