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England cricket warm-up plans expose limits of Bazball
Original: England’s warm-up plans reveal healthy dose of reality and limits of Bazball ethos
England's preparations for their next Test assignment have drawn scrutiny, with their warm-up arrangements described as a reality check on the limits of the aggressive 'Bazball' approach championed under coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes. The plans suggest a more pragmatic mindset as the team faces stiffer opposition, tempering the all-out attacking ethos that has defined their recent cricket.
Why now: England's much-discussed aggressive Test philosophy is being tested against more pragmatic preparation demands.
England cricket teamBrendon McCullumBen Stokes
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