“It has got to the stage where it needs to be done”
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England pace bowler Stuart Broad has revealed that he is likely to undergo knee surgery at the end of the ongoing Test series against India.
Pietersen will only play during the Test series in England’s tour to New Zealand
England flamboyant batsman Kevin Pietersen has been ousted from the national team’s limited overs squads in the upcoming tour of New Zealand due to the national selectors desire to keep him fit and healthy ahead of the brutal international schedule to follow later this year.
Swann will miss the entire ODI series
In an attempt to limit the players’ workload and chances of sustaining injuries, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have announced that they will be continuing their rotation policy throughout the five-ODI series against India in January.
Saker believes Broad finds it difficult bowling in different conditions
England bowling coach David Saker has admitted that pace bowler Stuart Broad’s fitness will be a major concern for the entire national team since he has the ability to be a game-changer.
Meaker has not given up on trying to play at least one Test match against India
Surrey pace bowler Stuart Meaker is hoping to play at least one Test match in England’s current tour of India and believes that his three wickets during a practice match against Haryana is a sign that he has the ability to get some swing out of the Indian pitches, which are predominantly known to be extremely spin-friendly.
Finn believes the rotation policy can help younger players gain more match experience
England pace bowler Steven Finn has encouraged the younger bowling talents in the national team to take full advantage of captain Andrew Strauss’ rotation policy in order to showcase their skills.
