Geoffrey Boycott criticizes England’s ‘Bazball’ approach to cricket and calls for common sense coaching

Batting legend Geoffrey Boycott slams England’s ‘Bazball’ approach

Bengaluru: Renowned cricketer Geoffrey Boycott has once again expressed his disapproval of England’s ‘Bazball’ style of cricket, urging the coaching staff to inject some “common sense” into their strategies.

Boycott’s criticism stems from England’s recent failures in crucial series, including the Ashes against Australia in 2023 and the series against India earlier this year.

Speaking at the cricket talk show, Midwicket Stories, Boycott emphasized the importance of winning matches and series rather than focusing solely on playing positive cricket.

While acknowledging the positive changes under head coach Brendon McCullum, Boycott believes that England has veered too far towards aggressive tactics, neglecting the need for balance and respect for the opposition.

The former cricketer highlighted England’s shortcomings against top bowlers like Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Kuldeep Yadav, stressing the importance of playing with aggression tempered with common sense.

Boycott also criticized England’s reliance on veteran pacer James Anderson, suggesting that his reduced workload puts undue pressure on other bowlers.

With a wealth of experience and an impressive record as an opener, Boycott’s insights serve as a valuable reminder for England’s cricketing fraternity to reassess their approach and prioritize winning matches over style points.

As England looks to bounce back from recent setbacks, Boycott’s words serve as a timely wake-up call for the team to strike a balance between aggression and pragmatism on the field.