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CAN FLEMING SAVE ENGLAND?

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CAN FLEMING SAVE ENGLAND?

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Stephen Fleming is England’s new Test coach and Joe Root is back as captain — but is this a masterstroke or a safe step backwards?

We discuss whether Fleming can retain the best of Bazball while bringing greater tactical intelligence, control and adaptability to England’s Test cricket.

Plus, crowds at The Hundred are down. Has the novelty worn off, does it need Indian superstars — or is English cricket trying to sustain one competition too many?

Plus a new feature - Geraint's Golden Nuggets.

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CAN FLEMING SAVE ENGLAND?

CAN FLEMING SAVE ENGLAND?