England Consider Baker for Test Debut

England have announced a slimmed-down squad of 12 for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's starting Thursday, with a decision on Baker's debut pending. Brendon McCullum backs the Hampshire quick bowler's 'full noise' approach, while Gus Atkinson could feature if conditions are less hot.

The selection mirrors England's approach from the first Ashes Test last November, when both Mark Wood and Shoaib Bashir were initially named before Wood's extra pace was preferred. This time, Bashir will play as the frontline spinner, with Jacob Bethell also fit after a finger injury and able to bowl if required. freshyourfeel.com