![]() ![]() The five-match Ashes series gets under way on 16 June at Edgbaston. ![]() He is the only spinner named in England's 15-man squad for the sole Test against Ireland at Lord's which begins on 1 June. Since Stokes was named captain in April 2022, the Somerset man has established himself as England's number one spinner. The victory made Leach, who finished on one from 17 balls faced in a memorable hour at the crease, an instant cult hero among fans. Last man Leach came in with England needing 73 runs to win before Stokes unleashed a remarkable solo assault, smashing an unbeaten 135 to turn the match around. Leach and Stokes memorably partnered up for a remarkable victory in the Headingly Test during the 2019 Ashes. Somerset bowler Jack Leach took 42 wickets for England in 2022, playing in every Test match for the team Starc dismisses Broad's 'void' Ashes claim.He is reminding me of those things and it's really helpful." "I really enjoy that challenge and Stokesy keeps me going when things maybe aren't going my way. "I guess we've got such a good seam attack that maybe teams are going to see an opportunity against me to take me on and that's going to make opportunities if I can bowl somewhere near my best. "I know I'm not there to just hold an end, I'm there to make an impact. "I know my role within the team a lot more than I ever did and that's really helpful," Leach told BBC Points West. The 31-year-old is expected to be named in England's Ashes squad next week. ![]()
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