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England 'have been building to this moment'  - McCullum

England 'have been building to this moment' - McCullum

Summary

England's cricket team, led by coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes, is preparing for an important Ashes series against Australia. The team has improved significantly since McCullum and Stokes took charge in 2022, and they are eager to prove themselves in this high-profile series. The first Test match will start on Friday in Perth, and England plans to use a fast bowling attack.

Key Facts

  • Brendon McCullum is the coach of England's Test cricket team, and Ben Stokes is the captain.
  • England is set to compete in an Ashes series against Australia, which is a significant cricket event.
  • The first Test match of the series will begin on Friday in Perth.
  • McCullum took charge of the England team with Stokes in 2022, improving the team's performance.
  • The team plans to use a five-man pace attack, focusing on fast bowlers.
  • The Ashes series is known for its high profile and competitive nature.
  • England's last Ashes series win in Australia was 14 years ago.
  • England will finalize its team lineup, with spinner Shoaib Bashir likely not playing in the first Test.
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