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Derek Pringle

STAND UP TO BE COUNTED

DEREK PRINGLE

Conceived in the recent Ashes series as an antidote to Bazball, the tactic of getting the wicketkeeper to stand up to seam bowlers has been co-opted by New Zealand at The Oval, with equally impressive results.
closed in. Admittedly, Henry was putting in a skilful shift but Blundell’s presence lent it added venom.
Cox’s dismissal was different. He was smartly caught at mid-wicket by Tom Latham off a juicy half-volley he’d normally put away for four. Blundell’s proximity made him hold his ground, forcing him to use his hands more in the shot rath...

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