England batsman Jason Roy has passed a concussion test after being hit on the helmet ahead of the third Ashes test against Australia starting Thursday and is expected to play.
The opener was hit by a throw-down from former England international Marcus Trescothick, who is working with the team in a temporary capacity, during practice on Tuesday.
Roy was assessed after the incident and was able to continue batting. He will have follow-up checks on Wednesday and on the morning of the match to determine if there are any delayed symptoms.
England's Jason Roy looks out from the England team balcony as rain delays play on day one of the 2nd Ashes Test cricket match between England and Australia at Lord's cricket ground in London, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019. (AP PhotoAlastair Grant)
Australia batsman Steve Smith will miss the test at Headingley after being diagnosed with delayed-onset concussion after being hit in the neck by a delivery from Jofra Archer during the second test at Lord's.
Australia leads the five-match series 1-0.
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