Cox takes wicketkeeping duties after Smith suffers finger injury

Cox will handle wicketkeeping responsibilities for England during the second innings of the current match. This adjustment follows an injury to Smith, who sustained a blow to his left ring finger. Medical staff will continue to monitor Smith's condition throughout the remainder of the contest. The team intends to perform a more comprehensive assessment of the finger injury following the conclusion of the third Test. No further details regarding the severity of the injury have been released at this time.

• 3:26 PMESPNcricinfo — Cox to keep wicket in second innings after Smith injures finger