Jordan Cox to Bat at No.3 for England in Pakistan Tests After Kohli Advice
· Sports · BBC Sport, NDTV Sports
Jordan Cox, the 25‑year‑old Essex batter, will open the England innings at number three for the first two Tests against Pakistan at Headingley. His promotion comes after Jacob Bethell was ruled out with a knee injury. Cox said he will rely on advice he received from India star Virat Kohli, who told him to enjoy his debut and play for his family and friends. Cox previously met Kohli during his stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL and kept in touch via text. He made his Test debut against New Zealand at The Oval in June, scoring 27 and 25, after a team reshuffle following the Ben Stokes nightclub incident. The series follows Ben Stokes' retirement and marks a new‑look England side preparing for the three‑match series versus Pakistan.
Why it matters
Cox's promotion reshapes England's top order ahead of a high‑profile series against Pakistan, and his link with Virat Kohli adds a cross‑border narrative that may interest Indian cricket followers.
Read the original report — BBC Sport
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