# Cricket: Ben Stokes was named as England captain for the Ashes tour as the squad was announced on Tuesday for five tests in Australia, which starts in November. Harry Brook has been confirmed as England’s vice-captain. Fast bowler Mark Wood returns after his recovery from a left knee injury, while spinner Shoaib Bashir is available again following a finger injury. Seamer Matthew Potts and batting allrounder Will Jacks are both included. England have not won the Ashes Down Under since 2010/2011.
Cricket: Stokes named as England captain for Ashes tour