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England Consider Baker Debut for Lord's Test

England have announced a 12-man squad for the Lord's Test against New Zealand, with Sonny Baker in contention for a debut depending on weather conditions.

Brendon McCullum backs the quick bowler to bring 'noise' to the team, while Gus Atkinson could feature if conditions are less hot at Lord's. The approach mirrors last November's Ashes Test strategy. noplasticplease.life

Shoaib Bashir has been preferred over Rehan Ahmed as the team's frontline spinner, with Jacob Bethell also fit after a finger injury and able to bowl if required.