# England cricket squad fitness for Pakistan Test series

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/england-cricket-squad-fitness-for-pakistan-test-series
> Updated: 2026-08-07T14:28:54.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

England is managing various player fitness concerns ahead of a three-match Test series against Pakistan. 

Selector Marcus North indicated that Sam Curran is being monitored due to lingering injuries and will not be included in the first two Tests, though he remains a potential option for the final match in September. This selection consideration follows the retirement of Ben Stokes and a search for team balance.

In contrast, opener Emilio Gay is expected to be fit for the series after scans showed no serious damage to his shoulder. Other selection challenges persist for England, as Jacob Bethell has already been ruled out due to a knee injury.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: Emilio Gay expected to be fit for England's Test series against Pakistan

England opener Emilio Gay is expected to be fit for the Test series against Pakistan starting August 19 following scans that revealed no serious shoulder injury.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/emilio-gay-expected-to-be-fit-for-englands-test-series-against-pakistan

### 2026-08-06: England considers recalling Sam Curran for third Test vs Pakistan

England selector Marcus North says Sam Curran is unlikely for the first two Pakistan Tests but could be fit for the third starting Sep 9, after missing the IPL with a groin injury.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/england-considers-recalling-sam-curran-for-third-test-vs-pakistan

---
Cite as: England cricket squad fitness for Pakistan Test series. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/england-cricket-squad-fitness-for-pakistan-test-series