Jamie Overton has expressed his willingness to consider a comeback to Test cricket if approached by England’s new leadership team, including captain Joe Root and head coach Stephen Fleming. Overton, who paused his first-class career after his second Test appearance last summer, opted out of the recent Ashes series in Australia.

Despite England having a strong pace bowling roster, Fleming and bowling coach Eric Simons have shown admiration for Overton, stemming from their collaboration in the Indian Premier League.

In an interview with the Press Association, Overton stated:

"At the time it was an indefinite break. I’ve never said it’s going to be forever."

He acknowledged that if Root or Fleming reached out at the beginning of next year, he would seriously consider the opportunity, stating:

My body is in a good place so I’d have to think about it, but I’ve never said it would be a ‘no’.”

Overton praised Fleming’s coaching style, noting his calm demeanor and clarity in game strategy. He reflected on his experiences in India, adapting to different bowling conditions and tightening his lines, which he attributed to his work with Simons.

As England faced a heavy 87-run defeat against Pakistan in their recent ODI tri-series, Overton shone by conceding just three fours in his ten overs. He remarked on the challenges of bowling in Asia, stating:

When I first came to Asia, I dreaded the thought of bowling over here... but I actually really enjoy it."

With the next 50-over World Cup approaching, Overton embraces the role of an enforcer, drawing comparisons to Liam Plunkett, a key player in England’s 2019 World Cup win. He aims to emulate Plunkett's impactful role, as he prepares for the upcoming match against Sri Lanka on Thursday.

England’s possible XI to face Sri Lanka includes: Banton, Duckett, Root, Brook (c), Cox (wk), Curran, Jacks, Overton, Atkinson, Rashid, Tongue.