Ollie Pope joins England’s Test squad after recovering from shoulder injury

Ollie Pope has joined England’s Test squad

Ollie Pope last played for England against Pakistan in August 2020

A statement from the England and Wales Cricket Board read: “Surrey batsman Ollie Pope has been added to the England Test squad for the tour of India.

“Pope has fully recovered from a left shoulder injury. The England medical team are satisfied that he is available for selection.

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“The 23-year-old has practised with the full squad over the past two days. England will have their final practice at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai tomorrow ahead of the first Test starting on Friday.”

Meanwhile England have revealed they plan to wear black armbands to mark the death of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

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