The case for the defence (part 2)

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The case for the defence (part 2)

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Apr 30, 2024

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Reigning T20 World Cup champions England have named their squad to go to the Caribbean in June. Alan Gardner, Matt Roller and Vish Ehantharajah sat down to discuss who's in and who's out
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Apr 30, 2024

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Lively debate and discussion about the game on and off the field with a focus on English cricket. Featuring former England batsman Mark Butcher alongside ESPNcricinfo's writers and reporters.

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The case for the defence (part 2)

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