• “Alastair Cook: batsman, captain, leader, legend” – Joe Robinson

    If one was to judge captaincy purely based on tactical nouse, inspired team-talks and eloquence in dealing with media outlets, Alastair Cook’s legacy would be at best quickly forgotten. If we factor Cook’s ability to lead by example, however, and in being instrumental in the creation of a relaxed...
  • Star Batsman to Captain Fantastic?

    On Monday the ECB announced that Joe Root would be the new England Test captain following Alastair Cook’s decision to step down. How will he fare in his new role? Joe Root, England’s star batsman across the formats was, on Monday, announced as Alastair Cook’s replacement as Test captain....
  • ‘No Fear’ Cricket key to England’s limited over success

    It has been a year and a half since England crashed out of the 2015 Cricket World Cup in the group stages of the tournament. A year and a half since questions were raised as to the state of English limited overs cricket, and just why it seemed to...