England head coach Brendon McCullum confirmed Ben Stokes' return for the ENG vs NZ 3rd Test at Trent Bridge after their heavy defeat in the second Test at The Kia Oval.
Brook has played just a couple of Tests at Trent Bridge so far (Image Source: X/@cricketcomau)
Jun 23, 2026
06:31 pm
What's the storyEngland are gearing up for the third and final Test against New Zealand, which will begin on June 25 at Nottingham's Trent Bridge.
After winning the series opener, the Brits put up a dismal show in the second game and suffered a massive 253-run defeat.
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