(12-21-2025, 09:06 AM)rsbaggy2 Wrote: On the Archer and Stokes front I agree that they have some credit from the first 3 tests. The former especially so. Should Archer be rested for the next test? With the Ashes gone, I suggest he should, bringing him back for the 5th.
Stokes future as captain rests on his relationship with BMc. If he is still supportive of his tenure to remain, then Stokes must be relieved of his skipper duties, though a suitable replacement within the current squad is nowhere to be seen.
There probably will be a significant bit of movement going forward, but Bazball should definitely be jettisoned. England have to start again and build a squad that befits test cricket. Under the current regime and squad that would require a huge transition. Heads have to roll and must start at the top.
The point is England,Australia & India have NOT got great pool of talented kids to rebuild a test squad all the kids are focused on franchise cricket and who can blame them!!…
