Robinson in contact with England as he eyes Test recall
Summary
Bowler Ollie Robinson has spoken with England's head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key about returning to the England Test cricket team. Despite past fitness issues and loss of his central contract, Robinson has performed well for Sussex this season and hopes to be selected for the upcoming series against New Zealand.Key Facts
- Ollie Robinson played 20 Test matches for England between 2021 and 2024, taking 76 wickets.
- He faced fitness problems such as back spasms that affected his international appearances.
- His relationship with coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes worsened, leading to the loss of his central contract in October 2024.
- Robinson has taken 39 wickets for Sussex in 2025 and scored two first-class centuries.
- Both McCullum and Key have encouraged Robinson, telling him the door is still open to the national team.
- England is preparing for a Test series against New Zealand starting in June 2026, with several bowlers unavailable or injured.
- Robinson’s height and determination make him a strong candidate to lead England’s bowling attack.
- Other potential bowlers for England include Sam Cook and Sonny Baker.
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