Ben Stokes' Triumphant Return to England Test Team

Ben Stokes returns to England's Test team for the second match against Pakistan following recovery from a hamstring injury. Stokes replaces Chris Woakes, while Matthew Potts steps in for Gus Atkinson. The 33-year-old has been cleared after successful net sessions. Pakistan's squad changes were also noted.

Captain Ben Stokes is back in action after recovering from a hamstring injury that had kept him sidelined since August. He will play in England's Test match against Pakistan starting Tuesday, as confirmed by team executives.

Stokes, who was a key figure missing during the series against Sri Lanka, was one of two strategic changes following England's dominant innings and 47-run victory in the initial Test. Matthew Potts replaces Gus Atkinson in the latest line-up.

After undergoing several rigorous net sessions, Stokes is deemed fit by medical experts. As England finalizes its squad with Stokes, all eyes are now on Pakistan, who have notably left out big names like Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi.

(With inputs from agencies.)