Graham Thorpe urges England to learn lessons of New Zealand series defeat
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• Batting coach sets sights on South Africa series• Anderson, Wood and Bairstow expected to be named in squad
The final word on England’s series defeat in New Zealand came from Graham Thorpe. The assistant coach was standing in for the absent Chris Silverwood at the end and urged individuals to reflect honestly on their recent shortcomings.
There is a quick turnaround before the tour of South Africa, with Ed Smith’s selection panel convening via conference call on Saturday to pick a touring party that departs on 15 December and plays a four-match series, this time counting for World Test Championship points, that begins on Boxing Day in Centurion. Continue reading...
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