For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]
For over a year, England’s Test side has been the most fascinating show in cricket. The Bazball era — under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum — promised bravery, freedom, and a complete rejection of caution. It gave us improbable chases, bold declarations, and a renewed love for the red-ball game. But in India, the fantasy […]
When Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum set out to redefine English Test cricket with a fearless, attacking identity now known as “Bazball,” they promised disruption, entertainment, and freedom. For a time, it worked. Series wins at home, memorable run-chases, and revived enthusiasm from players and fans alike suggested a renaissance. But the 4–1 defeat to […]
As England’s men departed India following a 4–1 Test series defeat, the mood was not one of collapse or crisis, but of reflection. This tour was always going to be the most thorough examination yet of the Bazball philosophy, and while the final scoreline favours India emphatically, England’s journey through the series has revealed as […]
When The Hundred launched in 2021, it was English cricket’s boldest move in decades. A new format. Franchise teams. Fireworks. Aimed squarely at younger, more diverse audiences. It promised excitement, simplicity, and a bridge between the elite game and new fans. But now, three seasons in, that buzz is wearing off. Attendance has plateaued. TV […]
For nearly two years, England’s Bazball revolution brought Test cricket back to life. Fearless batting, aggressive declarations, fielders in outrageous positions—it wasn’t just successful, it was entertaining. But after a sobering defeat in India, that very philosophy has hit its first genuine wall. England arrived in India with their chests out and reverse sweeps ready. […]