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Tim Bresnan will play for England Lions

England selectors has confirmed that the right-arm fast-medium bowler Tim Bresnan will join the England Lions squad for the last three one-day matches against South Africa A.

The 29-year-old, who is currently playing in Big Bash League with the Hobart Hurricanes but the England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed that the Yorkshire seamer will join the Lions squad for one-day international series against South Africa A on January 31.

"The Lions one-day series in South Africa means we can have a group of players involved in high quality and competitive 50-over cricket in the weeks leading up to the World Cup," said national selector James Whitaker.

"Joining the squad will give Tim the opportunity to show that he is ready to be considered if a replacement is required."

Bresnan has claimed 204 wickets since making his England debut in 2006
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