Buttler makes his Test debut

As Prior takes the rest of the summer off due to injury, Jos Buttler steps up to play his first Test match for his country. 

His Test debut will be the third Investec Test in the 5-match series against India. 

Buttler, 23, was brought in to replace Prior - who had a thigh injury - in the first Test but was not needed in the end. 

The Lancashire wicketkeeper will be playing under a microscope. Many believe Prior, 32, is passed his peak (including myself) and apart from the odd high score - isn't scoring as well as he should be. Although the same could be said for several senior players in the team, if England are truly serious about rebuilding this team - some hard decisions are going to have to be made. 

This is Buttler's chance to prove not only can he handle the gloves for England but also that he can score the runs they've so desperately been searching for. 

James Whitaker, national selector, said: "Jos Buttler comes into the squad following some very exciting limited overs performances for England and a good record with a lancashire this season...[He] fully deserves this opportunity. Matt Prior has contributed a huge amount to the England side over his 79 Tests."

The only other change to the 13-man squad headed to the Ageas Bowl is the dropping of Lancashire spin bowler Simon Kerrigan. 

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