Nasser Hussain advocates for Dan Lawrence's inclusion in England's squad
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Nasser Hussain has expressed support for including Dan Lawrence in England's second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, starting June 17. Lawrence recently scored 318 runs over two innings in a County Championship match for Surrey against Hampshire. His impressive form has led Hussain to highlight his credentials, suggesting he fits a middle-order role with the added ability to bowl off-spin. Lawrence's average of 78 in the County Championship and his recent performances have further fueled this call for selection. The second Test follows England's victory in the first Test at Lord's, where they won by 115 runs.
- •Dan Lawrence scored 318 runs in a recent County Championship match.
- •Hussain recommends Lawrence for the second Test versus New Zealand.
- •The match takes place at The Oval from June 17 to 21.
- •England won the first Test at Lord's by 115 runs.
- •Lawrence averages 78 this season and is Division One's leading run-scorer.
"Sky Sports Cricket's Nasser Hussain says he would have drafted in Surrey's Dan Lawrence for England's second Test against New Zealand at The Oval.
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