England fast bowler Ollie Robinson will miss the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval starting June 17 due to soreness in his right knee. [1, 2] The 32-year-old took seven wickets in the first Test at Lord's, including three in his opening over and five in the first innings, helping England to a 115-run victory. [1, 2]
Robinson had been making a return to international cricket after a two-year absence. [1, 2] However, he experienced knee soreness around June 12 following a training session. [2] A scan on June 13 confirmed he would be unable to play in the second Test. [2]
Despite being ruled out, Robinson will remain with the England squad and work toward a possible comeback for the third Test, scheduled to start on June 25 at Trent Bridge. [1, 2]
England will make at least three changes to their playing XI for the second Test. Captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson are also unavailable pending a London nightclub incident investigation. [1, 2] Jofra Archer is expected to return to the pace attack after missing the first Test due to IPL commitments. [1]
To cover for Robinson’s absence, England has called up uncapped fast bowler Henry Crocombe to join the squad. [2]
The next major development will be the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, where Robinson could return to the playing XI if fit. [1, 2]
