Bess and better footwork – lessons ahead of final Test
Ahead of their final test match against India, Ned Vessey looks at the key lessons England must learn from their last outing.
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Wild IPL auction represents essence of the tournament
‘Nothing encapsulates this adrenaline-charged month of madness better than its auction’ – Ollie Phillips reacts to the latest IPL auction.
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Pope the solution to England’s Root problem
‘The area of greatest concern is the support of Root’ – Ollie Phillips discusses England’s failure to support Captain Root with the bat.
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Despite England’s efforts, cricket continues to devalue mental health
With Moeen Ali the latest England player to return home, Ollie Phillips praises England’s approach to the troubles of bio-secure tours.
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Two great overs, two different approaches: why Anderson-Flintoff comparisons need to stop
“What we can do is appreciate how the two overs demonstrate just how much variation in approach can exist in Test cricket, and how going about the game in your own way can still yield results.” Ned Vessey calls time on the unhelpful comparisons being drawn between Jimmy Anderson and Freddie Flintoff.
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Pant must look to Stokes if he is to take India’s golden generation to the next level
“Stokes has taken England to the next level in all facets of the game, and Pant can exemplify his journey as a Test cricketer to do the same with India.” Ollie Phillips explains why Rishabh Pant should be taking a leaf out of Ben Stokes’ book.
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A welcome return: free-to-air Test cricket makes a comeback for India series
“There is a growing awareness and understanding that cricket can no longer wither away.” As England get underway in Chennai, Ned Vessey delights over the return of Test cricket to terrestrial TV.
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England’s openers must learn from lessons of Nair and Hameed
Seb Evans considers the futures of England’s openers and the warnings from those who have gone before.
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Pant leads the way for India’s new golden generation
Seb Evans considers India’s historic win against Australia at the Gabba, and what it means for their future.
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In a spin: lessons to be learned about England’s spin attack after Test triumph over Sri Lanka
“There is certainly plenty of potential the English spin attack, notably in the form of Leach and Ali, but there is just as much uncertainty too,” argues Ned Vessey.
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