NEW DELHI: England have made a surprising change in their playing eleven for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. All-rounder Will Jacks comes into the side, replacing fast bowler Mark Wood.

The move has caught many fans off guard, as Jacks is known more for his T20 exploits than Test cricket. England will hope his inclusion adds depth to both batting and bowling as they try to bounce back.

Here’s playing XI for second Test:

Heavy defeat puts pressure on England

The visitors are under huge pressure after a heavy eight-wicket defeat in the first Test at Perth. Travis Head dominated the game, dismantling the English bowling attack. With the series already slipping away, England must put up a strong performance under the lights with the pink ball at the Gabba to keep their Ashes hopes alive.

Zak Crawley retained despite struggles

Zak Crawley remains in the XI despite scoring a pair in Perth. Fans on social media were surprised by this decision, but the team management has backed him to recover. His performance at the top of the order will be crucial if England are to rebuild their innings.

All eyes on Joe Root

Joe Root, the second highest run-getter in Test history, carries the weight of expectations. He needs to score runs and lead from the front. Root will face a tough challenge against Mitchell Starc, who has been deadly with the pink ball. England’s chances in this Test will heavily depend on him stepping up.