England fast bowler Steven Finn hopes to make the most of his late call-up to Champions Trophy duty when the hosts face New Zealand in Cardiff on Tuesday. Finn was left out of England’s original squad for a tournament featuring the world’s top eight one-day international teams. But the 28-year-old Middlesex quick was recalled on Sunday after pace bowling all-rounder Chris Woakes broke down with a side strain during England’s opening eight-wicket win over Bangladesh at the Oval on Thursday. "It’s always frustrating when you are left out of squads, but you have to roll with the punches," Finn said. "I just focused on keeping my head up and fighting my way back into the team." He added: "It’s obviously very sad for Chris Woakes, who is a good friend of mine, but I am glad that I’ve got the call." Finn could go straight into England’s XI in Cardiff if, as happened against Bangladesh, they opt to play just one spinner. He sealed his return to international duty when he took two wickets i...
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