Ace English all-rounder Moeen Ali is reportedly set to make his comeback in the red-ball Test cricket format ahead of the crucial Ashes series against Australia that will start later this month. Moeen Ali retired from Test cricket in 2021 and has not featured in any official fixture since then.
The left-Arm Batsman and Right-Arm Offspinner have been approached by the English team management to take a call on his comeback. This comes after veteran left-arm spinner Jack Leach sustained a back stress fracture and was ruled out of the upcoming series.
Moeen Ali retired from Test cricket with a view to focus only on the limited-overs white ball format of the game. His decision to end the long format of the game was also because of issues with his spinning finger. Ali last featured in a Test match against India at the Oval in September 2021.
Return of Moeen Ali to greatly power up England
Moeen Ali has a stunning record in Test cricket where he has played 67 games. Ali has amassed 2,914 runs at an average of 36.66 and scalped 195 wickets. He has a prolific Test record against his name and will truly serve to be fascinating against the mighty Aussies.
The 35-year-old veteran has been absolutely convincing and phenomenal after his Test retirement. He helped England to clinch their second T20 World Cup title and also lifted his second trophy alongside Indian Premier League franchise Chennai Super Kings. Ali also returned back to his home county Warwickshire and led the Birmingham Bears franchise at the Vitality English T20 Blast.
Moeen Ali was set to become a part of the Ashes commentary team but fortunes are now tailored. It will be interesting to find out whether Moeen Ali returns back and dons the white jersey or not. The rivalry of Ashes will begin on June 16 at Edgbaston.
