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“Jacob Bethell Earns First Test Call-Up for England’s Tour of New Zealand”

Jacob Bethell, the all-rounder from Warwickshire, has been named in England's Test squad for their upcoming tour of New Zealand, marking his first call-up to the Test team. The England Men’s selection panel has announced a 16-player squad for the three-match Test series, which is set to take place in November and December. The squad features one notable change from the recent series in Pakistan, with Bethell stepping in for wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith, who will miss the tour. This selection highlights Bethell's rising profile in the cricketing world as he prepares to make his Test debut.
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Question 1: Who has been called up for England's Test tour of New Zealand?

Jacob Bethell, a batting all-rounder from Warwickshire, has been called up for the Test tour of New Zealand.

Question 2: Is this Jacob Bethell's first time in a Test squad?

Yes, this is Jacob Bethell's first inclusion in a Test squad.

Question 3: Which player will miss the tour to New Zealand?

Wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith will miss the tour to New Zealand.

Question 4: How many players are in the England squad for the Test tour of New Zealand?

The England Men’s selection panel has named a 16-player squad for the three-match Test tour of New Zealand.

Question 5: When is the Test tour of New Zealand scheduled to take place?

The Test tour of New Zealand is scheduled for November and December.