Ben Foakes, who smashed 76 and an unbeaten 103 while standing behind the stumps for 180 overs against Lancashire last week, was sidelined due to stiffness during the game.
The move to rest Foakes is a precaution to manage his fitness ahead of England’s crucial Ashes tour this summer.
Foakes Gets Rest Ahead of Ashes
After grinding out big runs and countless overs last week, Foakes’ workload is being carefully monitored to keep him fresh for the upcoming showdown Down Under.
Bairstow Eyes Yorkshire Comeback
Jonny Bairstow, another contender for England’s wicketkeeper role, has been in talks with Yorkshire. He’s keen to don the gloves again once he recovers from a broken leg.
