Former England captain Michael Vaughan has emphasized the importance of England getting more cricket practice before the Second Test following their swift defeat in Perth at the start of the Ashes series. Leading up to The Ashes, criticisms arose regarding the England squad’s lack of adequate preparation for the demanding Test series in Australia, sparking debates between former players and the current team.
In light of Australia’s strong performance in taking the lead in the five-match series, Vaughan has highlighted the need for several players to engage in more cricket activities during the nearly two-week gap before the Second Test in Brisbane. Vaughan believes that the solitary game England played did not sufficiently ready them for the upcoming challenges and stresses the necessity for the batters to spend more time at the crease.
Speaking to the BBC, Vaughan expressed concerns about England’s preparation for the batters, suggesting that additional practice sessions are essential for improvement. He emphasized the importance of practicing with a pink ball, as the upcoming match will involve using one. Despite acknowledging England’s talent and resources, Vaughan emphasized the difficulty of playing in Australia, particularly after going 0-1 down in the series.
Looking ahead, there is a Lions game scheduled, but head coach Brendon McCullum stated that they would assess their defeat in Perth before deciding on player selections. Captain Ben Stokes, while acknowledging England’s loss, defended their preparation methods, stating that they trust their process and work diligently on improving their game daily.
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