McCullum – I want to be challenged by KP.
Summary
The TMS podcast panel reflects on a chaotic England Test summer, debating the impact of the keeper-standing-up tactic and the dominance of medium-paced bowlers like Ollie Robinson. Guests Stephen Finn, Phil Tufnell, and Michael Vaughan discuss the lack of spin bowling in the squad, arguing that Jack Leach should be preferred over Shoaib Bashir for upcoming tours. They also highlight Jordan Cox’s emergence as a Test-caliber player and Jamie Smith’s improved wicket-keeping, while assessing the team’s balance and readiness for the series against South Africa.
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