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Josh Tongue

Joshua Charles Tongue (born 15 November 1997) is an English professional who bowls right-arm fast-medium pace and bats right-handed, representing in and the Test team internationally. Tongue began his first-class career with , making his debut in March 2016 against Oxford MCC University, and quickly established himself as a promising talent during an outstanding 2017 season at age 19, where he took 47 wickets to help secure promotion to Division One of the . In July 2023, he signed a three-year contract with , though injuries delayed his debut until April 2025 against at . Tongue earned his Test call-up after dismissing captain Steve Smith lbw for in earlier in 2023, leading to his international debut on 1 June 2023 against at , where he claimed a of 5/66 in the second innings to help win by 10 wickets. He retained his place for the at , taking key wickets including David Warner, and has since featured in limited Tests, including matches against in 2025 where he produced match-turning bursts, such as three wickets in four balls during the first Test at . In November 2025, he was named in 's squad for the 2025–26 series in . In 2025, Tongue overcame a series of injuries that sidelined him for much of —including a pectoral injury and issue—to become a pivotal figure for , taking multiple five-wicket hauls in the , including 5/66 against and a seven-wicket match haul against , helping his team win the Division One title. His , often exceeding 90 , and ability to generate bounce have marked him as a key asset in England's seam-heavy attack under captain .

Early life

Upbringing

Josh Tongue was born on 15 November 1997 in , , . He grew up in a with strong ties to , where his father, Phil Tongue, served as a coach at Cricket Club and introduced him to the sport from a young age. Tongue has an older brother, , who is also involved in and has played for . Public details about other members remain limited to respect their . Tongue's early environment in the local community fostered his initial interest in outdoor sports, particularly , through family-supported activities at the nearby Cricket Club. This setting provided casual opportunities for play that laid the groundwork for his later structured involvement in the sport.

Youth cricket

Josh Tongue attended The King's School in from 2009 to 2016, where he began developing his skills through the school's teams, representing the 1st XI from the age of 14. He later continued his education at , balancing studies with intensified youth commitments. Tongue first represented Worcestershire's Under-10 side at the age of six, progressing through the county's age-group teams. His involvement included the under-13s in 2010–2011, under-15s from 2011 to 2013, and under-17s from 2014 to 2015. He participated in competitions such as the Under-15 County Cup, Under-17 County Cup, and Under-17 , where he honed his skills as a right-arm fast bowler. Tongue gained early recognition as a promising fast bowler in age-group tournaments, notably contributing to Worcestershire's pathway and earning selection for the ECB Elite Player Development Under-17s. In , he played a key role in the Under-17s' victory in the Super Fours tournament at , alongside fellow Worcestershire prospects, marking a standout achievement in national . During the preceding regional , he delivered figures of 2-23 against the North, helping restrict their total and showcasing his potential. By 2016, his consistent performances in these setups led to inclusion in the England Development Programme.

Domestic career

Worcestershire (2017–2023)

Josh Tongue made his County Championship debut for Worcestershire in April 2017 at the age of 19, taking 5 for 45 against at Sophia Gardens to help secure an eight-wicket victory inside three days. This performance marked him as a promising fast bowler, following a low-key first-class appearance the previous year against Oxford MCC University. In his breakout 2017 season, Tongue claimed 47 wickets in the at an average of 25.79, playing a pivotal role in 's promotion to Division One as champions of Division Two. His sharp pace and ability to extract bounce from pitches contributed significantly to the team's success, earning him recognition as one of England's emerging talents and a call-up to the England Lions. Tongue maintained consistent performances across formats from 2018 to 2022, featuring regularly in the , , and Royal London One-Day Cup. In the , he took more than 40 wickets, including several key spells that supported Worcestershire's efforts to stabilize in Division One despite challenges. His versatility extended to limited-overs cricket, where he picked up wickets with his aggressive approach in the and One-Day Cup matches. Tongue also participated in The Hundred with from 2021 to 2023, making his debut in the inaugural 2021 season and playing a limited number of matches thereafter, often hampered by injuries but showing potential in the short format. In July 2023, following the expiry of his contract at the end of the season, Tongue decided to leave , motivated by a desire for greater playing opportunities and to build on his international prospects amid ongoing management of injury concerns.

Nottinghamshire (2023–present)

In July 2023, Josh Tongue signed a three-year contract with , departing at the end of the season to join the club ahead of 2024. The move was influenced by the opportunity to work with Nottinghamshire's bowling coach Kevin Shine, with whom Tongue had prior experience and believed would aid his development. Tongue missed the entire 2024 season due to injury but made his first-class debut for in April 2025 against at . In that opening match, he claimed match figures of 7 for 158, including 5 for 66 in the second , dismantling 's batting to secure an victory for his new team and earning player-of-the-match honors. Throughout the 2025 , Tongue took 31 wickets at an average of 22.03, including four five-wicket hauls that underscored his return to form. A highlight came in September 2025 against his former county Worcestershire at New Road, where Tongue produced match figures of 7 for 111, removing key top-order batsmen in both innings to restrict the hosts and set up a tense three-wicket chase. He capped the victory by striking the winning runs with a cameo 14 not out from 18 balls, contributing to Nottinghamshire's successful campaign as they clinched the Division One title on September 25, 2025. His prior experience at Worcestershire informed a targeted approach against familiar opponents. Tongue also featured in the 2025 Vitality Blast for , where he bowled economically in limited-overs conditions, maintaining a competitive rate around 7.57 while picking up wickets in key group-stage matches.

International career

Test debut and 2023 Ashes

Tongue earned selection for the England Lions tour of in February 2023, where he impressed with his pace and bounce during the unofficial Test series against Sri Lanka A. In the second match, he claimed a , finishing the series with eight wickets overall and demonstrating his potential as a seam bowler capable of exploiting subcontinental conditions. His performances on the tour, combined with strong domestic form for , led to his surprise inclusion in the squad as cover for the one-off Test against Ireland. Tongue made his Test debut on 1 June 2023 against at , taking eight wickets across both to help secure a 10-wicket victory. In the first , he claimed 3 for 89, before following up with 5 for 66 in the second , including the key dismissals of captain Andy Balbirnie and , which earned him a place on the Lord's honours board. His debut haul of eight wickets at an average of 19.38 marked one of the most impactful performances by an England debutant at Lord's. Despite his debut success, Tongue was not selected for the , instead focusing on recovery and domestic . His breakthrough 2023 summer, encompassing his Lions tour and Test debut, drew widespread media acclaim for his rapid ascent and hostile bowling in seaming conditions. Commentators highlighted his potential as a long-term asset for England's pace attack, with his underscoring his immediate international impact.

2024–2025 matches

To prepare for the 2025 international season, Tongue joined the England Lions squad for their January 2025 tour of , where he gained valuable exposure to bouncy pitches in tour matches against Cricket Australia XI and A. Although his bowling returns were modest—zero wickets across the two games—he contributed with the bat, notably unbeaten on 19 in a gritty last-wicket stand with Sam Cook to salvage a draw against the CA XI, demonstrating resilience under pressure. The tour allowed Tongue to adapt to the quicker pitches, honing his ability to extract extra bounce. Following a year sidelined by persistent injuries that caused him to miss the entire 2024 season, including all international fixtures, Josh Tongue made a selective return to 's Test setup in 2025. His comeback began with the one-off Test against in May, where he claimed two wickets, signaling a gradual reintegration into the pace attack. Tongue then featured in three of the five Tests during India's tour of that summer, emerging as 's leading wicket-taker with 19 scalps at an average of around 25, including a five-wicket haul in the decisive fifth Test at The Oval. In the opening Test of the India series at in June, Tongue delivered a standout spell, capturing three wickets in four balls during a triple-wicket maiden over that dismantled 's middle order and put in command on a seaming . He built on this momentum in subsequent matches, with his probing line and bounce troubling key Indian batsmen, though he sat out the second and fourth Tests to manage workload. By the series finale, his five for 85 in the first innings restricted and set up 's bold run chase of 374, which Tongue described as a "pretty chilled" prospect given the team's aggressive batting ethos under . Tongue's consistent performances throughout 2025 culminated in a one-year central contract from the in November, securing his place in the national setup until September 2026. Looking toward the 2025/26 series in , starting in , he emphasized a fitness-first approach to sustain his pace and availability, while expressing intent to learn from Australian bowlers like in countering home conditions. This period marked Tongue's transition from injury-plagued prospect to established international bowler, with his summer exploits positioning him as a strong contender for the pace rotation alongside and .

Playing style

Bowling technique

Josh Tongue bowls right-arm fast-medium , typically operating at speeds between 135 and 145 km/h (84-90 mph), with occasional bursts exceeding 90 mph. At 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall, his imposing frame contributes to a high release point, enabling him to generate pronounced bounce that challenges batsmen, particularly on lively pitches. This combination of and makes him a potent threat in seam-friendly environments. Tongue's action is characterized by a arm that tilts beyond the , producing awkward angles and facilitating natural outswing, especially to right-handed batsmen. He complements this with seam movement, varying the ball's path off the to deceive edges and induce false shots, a skill well-suited to English conditions where lateral deviation is common. In extended spells, his control allows for subtle adjustments, enhancing his effectiveness as the ball ages. Tactically, Tongue serves as a new-ball bowler, frequently partnering with veterans like or Mark Wood to apply early pressure and break partnerships. His strengths lie in precise line and length, often outside off stump, which builds mounting pressure through sequences of maidens and forces errors. This accuracy was evident during the 2023 England Lions tour to , where he adapted to slower, turning subcontinental pitches by maintaining discipline and extracting variable bounce.

Batting ability

Josh Tongue is a right-handed lower-order batsman who typically occupies positions 8 or 9 in the batting lineup across formats. In , he has accumulated 833 runs at an average of 14.11 over 62 matches, reflecting his role as a supportive tail-ender rather than a primary run-scorer. His batting technique emphasizes defensive solidity to prolong partnerships at the tail end, enabling survival against pace and spin while protecting the primary batsmen. This approach is complemented by occasional aggressive strokes, such as a well-executed , as demonstrated in his career-best first-class score of 55 against Durham in April 2025, where he struck nine boundaries in a brisk off 97 balls. In , his highest score stands at 19, underscoring limited but gritty contributions in high-pressure scenarios. Tongue has delivered key cameos that have influenced match outcomes, particularly in 2025. In a crucial September 2025 County Championship match against Worcestershire that propelled Nottinghamshire to the brink of the title, batting at No. 9, he scored 10 runs to forge a vital 34-run stand for the last three wickets, securing a slender 25-run first-innings lead for Nottinghamshire. His utility extends to run chases, where his defensive resilience has provided stability during the 2025 India series, including supporting England's near-miss pursuit of 374 in the fifth Test at The Oval. Post-2023, Tongue has shown development in shot selection, enhancing his value as an prospect without shifting focus from his bowling prowess; his maiden first-class fifty in 2025 highlights improved composure and boundary-hitting under pressure.

Injuries and recovery

Shoulder nerve issues

In mid-2021, Josh Tongue developed nerve damage in his right shoulder due to repetitive stress from , resulting in severe symptoms including complete numbness in his right arm, , and a significant reduction in pace. The condition caused sleepless nights and everyday difficulties, such as inability to hold , severely limiting his ability to train or play. Following consultations with three specialists, Tongue was diagnosed in late 2021 or early 2022 with thoracic outlet syndrome, a rare compression of nerves and blood vessels between the neck and shoulder, which threatened to end his career prematurely at age 25. Initial treatments included two unsuccessful surgical operations, after which Botox injections were administered to relax the scalene muscle and alleviate nerve pressure, marking a turning point in his management. Although surgery was considered again, Tongue opted for conservative rehabilitation to avoid further risks. The injury sidelined Tongue for 15 months, from June 2021 to August 2022, forcing him to miss substantial county cricket and leading to profound psychological strain, including serious doubts about continuing his professional career even as he prepared for international opportunities in 2023. This period of uncertainty highlighted the vulnerability of fast bowlers to overuse injuries, with Tongue later describing himself as tempted to "pull the pin and retire." His eventual recovery journey underscored resilience amid ongoing challenges.

Comebacks and resilience

Tongue's career has been marked by remarkable resilience in overcoming a series of debilitating injuries that threatened to derail his progress at both county and international levels. Following his breakthrough Test debut, where he claimed a against and dismissed Steve Smith twice during at , Tongue suffered a pectoral tear and subsequent , sidelining him for much of the latter half of the year. These setbacks, unrelated to his prior shoulder issues, prevented him from building on his initial international success and led to a frustrating 15-month absence from competitive by late 2024. His return began tentatively in November 2024, when he joined the England Lions squad for their tour of to accelerate his recovery and regain match fitness after the extended lay-off. This step marked a pivotal moment, as Tongue had endured what he described as a "horrendous" period of rehabilitation, including doubts about his physical durability at the elite level. Following the Lions tour, his competitive return came in April 2025 with his debut in the , where he quickly regained form. head coach Peter Moores praised Tongue's mental fortitude, noting, "He's so resilient... he's come back from some horrendous injuries and he's bowling with real skill." Tongue's resilience was further evident in his domestic resurgence with Nottinghamshire in the 2025 County Championship. In just three appearances, he claimed 15 wickets, helping his side challenge for the title and earning widespread acclaim for his renewed aggression and accuracy. This form positioned him for an England recall in April 2025, culminating in his return to the Test side against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge in May, where he contributed to a series win. By August 2025, Tongue was a key figure in England's Test series against India, expressing confidence in the team's chasing ability during a tense fourth-innings pursuit at The Oval in the fifth Test, underscoring his psychological recovery from prior adversities. His journey from near-retirement in 2021—due to thoracic outlet syndrome requiring two surgeries and Botox injections—to consistent international performer highlights a career defined by perseverance and adaptive training regimens tailored to prevent recurrence. In September 2025, Tongue was named in England's squad for the 2025/26 Ashes series in Australia, marking further progress in his recovery as of November 2025. taking multiple five-wicket hauls in the County Championship, including 5/66 against Durham and a seven-wicket match haul against Worcestershire, propelling his team to the brink of the Division One title.

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