England squad for the Rajkot Test against India, Mark Wood replaces Shoaib Bashir.

Mark Wood In for Shoaib Bashir

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Series Standings

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England's Strategy

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Milestone for Ben Stokes

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Single Change in Lineup

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Preparation for Rajkot Test

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England's Playing XI Revealed

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