No hiding place as England again drink in last chance saloon
There no excuses now England have their captain back and their best XI available for series decider against New Zealand, writes Stephan Shemilt.
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Notable Quotes
"this is the 'highest pressure' of his four years in charge."
— Ben Stokes , Athlete
"It was a process that needed to be played out. The process has been played out."
— Ben Stokes , Athlete
"I love being an England player and love being captain."
— Ben Stokes , Athlete
Key People
Ben Stokes is the captain of the England Test cricket team.
Brendon McCullum is the head coach of the England cricket team.
Richard Gould is the chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board.
Richard Thompson is the chairman of the England and Wales Cricket Board.
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There no excuses now England have their captain back and their best XI available for series decider against New Zealand, writes Stephan Shemilt.
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