Cricket England bring back Overton for Oval cruncher with India

ENGLAND have recalled Jamie Overton to a 15-man squad for the series decider against India at the Kia Oval this week as they consider whether to make changes following a bruising fourth Test.

- David CHARLESWORTH

Overton’s return is the only change to the squad from Emirates Old Trafford, where India escaped with a draw on Sunday after batting for five sessions and 143 overs, despite a 311-run first-innings deficit.

Having been in pole position to move into an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series, England were only able to take four wickets in India’s second innings and two were in the first five balls. Captain Ben Stokes hinted “fresh legs” in the bowling might be needed, with Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse playing all four Tests and having sent down an onerous 167 and 155 overs, respectively.