PAK vs ENG: Olly Stone set for his T20I debut against Pakistan


image-l8h8fqhgStone has played Test match cricket for England [PC: Twitter]

Pacer Olly Stone will make his T20I debut against Pakistan in the 4th game of the series on Sunday. Stone has represented England in 3 Tests and 4 ODI matches.

The Norwich born will be the third debutant on the tour after Luke Wood and Will Jacks. He impressed everyone in the recently concluded T20 Blast, wherein he grabbed 13 wickets in 10 appearances.

The skiddy pitches which have been on offer at the National Stadium will suit his bowling style and he'll look to make a mark against a strong opposition.

Stone is a like-to-like replacement for Mark Wood who is set to be rested for the game as England look to manage his workload.

After his match-winning effort in the third T2OI, Wood stated that he is feeling a bit 'rank' and maybe need a bit more time to get back to full fitness.

"Having that long lay-off summer, last night I felt really tired after just four overs. It's probably about peaking in Australia (during the T20 World Cup), and not blowing a gasket now," Wood stated after the match.


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