England includes Brydon Carse in Lions squad ahead of South Africa tour

England has named Brydon Carse in the Lions squad for the upcoming Test series against South Africa, starting December 17 in Johannesburg. This inclusion paves the way for Carse's potential return to Test cricket after his absence since January. He will provide cover for Josh Tongue, who is unavailable for the first Test due to personal commitments. Carse's selection comes after he faced scrutiny following an incident in August, although he has continued to play for Durham and remains eligible for selection. The England selection panel is also considering additional players for the senior squad as they prepare for the series.

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