England name 14-strong squad for second New Zealand Test

Ben Stokes' side take a 1-0 lead into the next match in the series at Trent Bridge starting on Friday (June 10)

Jack Leach remains in contention to return for the second Test against New Zealand after being named in England men's 14-strong squad for the match at Trent Bridge.

Leach was withdrawn from the team after suffering a concussion while fielding on the opening morning of the first Test at Lord's and was replaced by Matt Parkinson.

The Lancashire leg-spinner, who made his Test debut at the self-styled home of cricket, has been officially added to the squad for the game.

In line with concussion protocols, Leach will rest for a minimum period of seven days before making a gradual return to action.

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He would, therefore, theoretically, be free to take his place in the side for the second Test starting on Friday (June 10).

Elsewhere, Somerset's Craig Overton and Harry Brook of Yorkshire, who were both released from the group mid-way through the Test to play in the T20 Blast after being omitted from the playing XI, also remain.

Ben Stokes' side take a 1-0 series lead to Nottingham following a five-wicket victory at Lord's, after Joe Root's unbeaten 115.

England squad: Ben Stokes, James Anderson, Jonny Bairstow, Stuart Broad, Harry Brook, Zak Crawley, Ben Foakes, Jack Leach, Alex Lees, Craig Overton, Matt Parkinson, Matthew Potts, Ollie Pope, Joe Root

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