Was looking at the squad earlier and I don’t think the batting looks particularly strong, but any team with Root, Bairstow and Stoakes will always be capable of putting on a big score. The bowling looks problematic in my opinion.
Already lost Archer for the summer. Anderson, Broad and Woods whilst great bowlers aren’t a trio you would bet can great through a 5 test series, leaving you with Jack Leach, who lets face it, seems like a nice guy, but would probably be as scary as a 3 day old kitten.
Archer should definitely forget test cricket. Earn his money in the franchise leagues and play the world cups.
Foakes being dropped is an absolutely ridiculous decision. Apparently all that talk about backing players is only relevant to a certain Kent opener, can’t think why.
I’ve never understood why people get so upset when a batsman decides to dig in and protect their wicket at all cost.
It may not be sexy, but if the bowlers aren’t capable of drawing a batsman out, then they need to reconsider their tactical approach and field placements