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Ashes 2023: Geoffrey Boycott slams England’s Bazball strategy

Saini Shekhar by Saini Shekhar
June 28, 2023
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Ashes 2023: Geoffrey Boycott slams England's Bazball strategy

Ashes 2023: England’s cricketing strategy, the Bazball approach, recently came under fire from Geoffrey Boycott. The former English cricketer expressed strong disapproval, comparing the focus on audience enjoyment over winning games to a circus act. As Brendon McCullum, their red-ball head coach, and skipper Ben Stokes steer England towards a more aggressive brand of cricket, Boycott raises questions about their priorities.

England’s recent cricketing endeavours have seen considerable success. Out of the last 14 games, they have clinched victory in 11, suffering defeat in only three. Their loss at Edgbaston, however, has sparked a new debate on their adopted strategy.

The first day of the game witnessed an unexpected move by Stokes. His decision to declare at 393 raised several eyebrows. Despite this unconventional move and the subsequent loss, England appears undeterred. They remain steadfast in their commitment to the Bazball approach.

Even in the face of criticism, Stokes and his teammates express their desire to continue with their strategic approach. They stand by their aggressive and audacious style of play. But Boycott suggests a rethink, offering a lesson from their defeat.

“England was winning every session, but they lost the game,” Boycott pointed out, indicating a need for reflection. He believes the loss should offer England a crucial lesson before stepping into the next Test. “They forgot their primary goal was to win,” he critiqued.

His words underscore the crux of his argument: Winning should come before pleasing the spectators. He does not, however, dismiss the idea of entertaining the crowd entirely. Instead, Boycott questions why entertainment cannot coexist with victory.

England, in his opinion, got ahead of themselves, compromising their primary objective. He cautioned against such an approach, stating, “You stop thinking when you get ahead of yourself, and that’s what England did.”

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Ashes 2023: Geoffrey Boycott is not happy with England’s Bazball strategy

Ashes 2023: Geoffrey Boycott slams England's Bazball strategy

Boycott leaves us with a question that perhaps all cricket fans in England should consider: “Would they rather be entertained and lose the Ashes, or do they want to win the Ashes?”

This question should not only provoke thought among the fans but also within the England team. As England decides their strategy for the upcoming games, Boycott’s words will echo, reminding them of their primary goal – to win. While the Bazball approach brings excitement and unpredictability, the balance between winning and entertaining remains a pressing concern.

The critique from Boycott, a cricketing legend, should not be dismissed lightly. As England persists with their aggressive style, the balance between winning and audience enjoyment hangs in the balance. The outcome of the next few games will reveal whether England’s commitment to the Bazball approach pays off or if Boycott’s cautionary words ring true.

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