Graeme Swann likely to be rested for second tour game

By Cricket Country Staff Last Published on - October 11, 2011 11:03 AM IST

Graeme Swann will be replaced by Scott Borthwick (R) © Getty Images

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Hyderabad: Oct 11, 2011

 

Spinner Graeme Swann is likely to be rested for England’s second and final practice game against Hyderabad XI on Tuesday, ahead of the five-match ODI series starting on Saturday against India.

 

The Guardian reported that Swann has niggle in his right ankle, which is not serious, and could be rested as a precaution.

 

Swann is likely to be replaced by Scott Borthwick.