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Sonny Baker Earns Maiden ODI Call-Up, Brook Lauds Young Talent
England's cricket team is getting ready for some matches.
A young fast bowler named Sonny Baker has been picked for his first one-day international games.
The team captain, Harry Brook, is excited about Baker's fast bowling and how he's been getting top players out, even taking a hat-trick recently!
Another player, Rehan Ahmed, is also joining the team, known for his all-around skills.
Also, Harry Brook is taking a break from some games, and Jacob Bethell will be the captain in his place, making him the youngest captain for England's men's team.
Sonny Baker, 22, has been selected for England's ODI series against South Africa.
Harry Brook praised Baker's skills, high pace, and ability to pressure top players.
Baker impressed in The Hundred, taking a hat-trick and dismissing top batters.
Rehan Ahmed is also in both ODI and T20 squads, praised for his talent.
Jacob Bethell will captain England's T20I series in Ireland, with Brook rested.
- Who
- Sonny Baker, Rehan Ahmed, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook.
- What
- Selection of players for England's cricket team.
- Where
- Home series against South Africa.
- When
- September.
- Why
- Baker's impressive performance warranted his selection.
Key facts
- Series
- England vs. South Africa (ODI)
- Baker's Age
- 22
- Bethell's Role
- T20I Captain
- Ahmed's Role
- ODI and T20 Squad
- Brook's Role
- White-ball Captain
Quotes
Harry Brook
England’s white-ball captain
“There is obviously a reason why we have picked him. He is bowling at high pace, has got skill and has really impressed against some of the international players - Kane Williamson, Warner, Smith, Bairstow. He has put them under pressure in the powerplay and that is something we are looking forward to watching in the future. He has the ability to get wickets and take hat-tricks.”
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“Beth has great potential to be a captain in future. He thinks very well about the game and is always trying to move it forward, like I am. We think similar. I think he will be an aggressive captain. He is always looking to put opposition batters and bowlers under pressure. That is what we have asked for and he does that in abundance.”
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