US EditionRevealed: the Ashes preparation plan England rejected
The England Cricket Board seeks a formal agreement with Australia to ensure better preparation for Ashes tours after England declined warm-up matches, aiming to improve competitiveness.
- ECB officials are pursuing a detailed memorandum of understanding to formalize preparation after foregoing some Australian warm-up fixtures, while Richard Thompson, ECB chair, will travel to Australia to discuss arrangements.
- England first-choice players skipped an Australia A v India A game two years ago, choosing Brisbane training, while the Prime Minister's XI, Canberra, match was not extended for pink-ball practice.
- The Gabba Test finished inside two days after England's batting collapse and Travis Head's innings, with Australia leading 2-0 despite missing Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, while England lost fast bowler Mark Wood to knee problems.
- The ECB was contacted for comment as Australian cricket authorities said they would offer a bigger Ashes preparation if England reciprocates, with Richard Thompson traveling to consider options.
- A memorandum would cover the 2027 and 2029-30 Ashes to formalize preparations, while selectors and coaches Key and Brendon McCullum face questions about limited match practice, and the Board of Control for Cricket in India set a precedent two years ago.
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Times of India
England rejected Australia A warm-up down under ahead of the Ashes: Report
England skipped a warm-up match against Australia A. This choice was part of a shortened Ashes tour plan. Now, England trails Australia two-nil. The team opted for an internal trial instead of a formal game.
Sydney Morning Herald
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