The Ashes 2025-26: 'England's leaderless bowling is another major problem'

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The Ashes' latest debacle has highlighted a worrying trend in England's fast bowling, with Stuart Broad calling their first-innings effort against Australia "the worst performance since 2008". The fast bowlers failed to impress, particularly Ben Stokes, who conceded 64 runs in his first 11 overs.

The team's overall bowling average is now their worst for 23 years and sixth worst calendar year in Test cricket history. Broad believes that the fast bowlers - Archer, Carse, and Atkinson - lack tactical awareness, often standing in fixed positions without communicating with each other.

Stokes is under pressure to make captaincy decisions, but his team's performance against Australia raises concerns about their leadership. With Wood's injury sidelining him for the rest of the tour, 22-year-old spinner Shoaib Bashir becomes the most experienced frontline bowler on England's tour.

England cannot deny they have picked the wrong attack, with six wickets falling to deliveries under 85mph this series compared to above. The team's best bowlers are capable of quick spells, but their overall performance is far from ideal.
 
man its like england's fast bowlers r so confused rn 🤦‍♂️ they cant even stand in the right positions or communicate with each other 📞 ben stokes is gettin a lot of heat for his poor game but honestly he's not alone, it feels like the whole team's struggle to find their rhythm 💔 and now shoaib bashir who's basically the only one who can spin a decent ball gets thrown into the deep end at 22 🤯 hopefully he'll be able to bring some much needed stability to the attack
 
🤯 yooo guys idk what's goin on wit england's fast bowling rn it's like dey got the skills but dey just ain't communicatin right? ben stokes is lookin all shook up after dat 64 runs conceded and i feel him, captaincy pressure is real but its also like he needs to sort out de team's tactics lol! 🤔 and what's widdat 22 yr old shoaib bashir gettin in then wood gets injured? england's squad just don't seem right rn 🤷‍♂️
 
Ugh, can't believe how bad England's fast bowling is right now 🤦‍♂️. Stuart Broad saying it's the worst since 2008 is harsh, but I guess he's got a point. Those guys are just not getting the job done. Ben Stokes is especially underwhelming – 64 runs in 11 overs? What's going on with that kid? 😒

And yeah, the team's overall bowling average is through the floor now 📉. It's like they're trying to make it easy for Australia to bat. The lack of tactical awareness from Broad and the others is staggering – standing still in one spot without even talking to each other? 🙄 It's just basic cricket 101.

I'm not surprised, though – England always seem to find a way to pick the wrong attack at the worst possible time ⚠️. And now they've got this young spinner Shoaib Bashir who I guess is the only bright spot on the tour 🤞. But seriously, can't they just get it together for once? 😩
 
I was just watching this crazy video of a cat playing piano online and I swear it's like the cat has more rhythm than some human cricketers 🐈😹. I mean, don't get me wrong, Stuart Broad is right to call out the fast bowlers' performance, but come on, 64 runs in 11 overs from Ben Stokes? That's just mental! On a more serious note, I've been thinking, have you ever noticed how some cricketers are just naturally gifted and then there's others who have to work so hard to even get close to their potential? Like, what makes someone like Shoaib Bashir suddenly appear out of nowhere as the most experienced frontline bowler on England's tour? 🤔
 
man i was watching that match and it was like england's fast bowlers were just phoning it in 🙄 they cant even get the aussies out for a big score? stuart broad makes some good points about them lacking tactical awareness, but its also got to be on ben stokes as captain hes gotta step up his game and make some tough decisions ASAP 💪
 
Ugh, another series where Eng's fast bowlers can't seem to get it together 🤦‍♂️. Like, what's the point of having some decent pace guys if they're just gonna stand there like statues and let Australia smash them for easy runs? I mean, Broad's got a point about tactical awareness, but that's not exactly rocket science... is it? 😒 And Ben Stokes' captaincy skills are looking a bit shaky too, especially with Wood out for the rest of the tour. At least Shoaib Bashir seems like he might be able to turn things around as a spinner 🤞. But let's be real, Eng's picked the wrong attack all along... I mean, who thought 22-year-old spinners were gonna save the day? 😂
 
Lads in England gotta get their act together! 🤣 I mean, Stuart Broad saying they've had a worse bowling show since 2008? That's like me saying my jokes have been worse than my mum's cooking since the dawn of time 😂. But seriously, it's not just the bowlers, it's the whole team. They need to figure out what's going on and sort it out before they get thrashed again against Australia 🏉.

And poor Ben Stokes trying to lead the charge with 64 runs conceded in his first 11 overs? That's like me trying to do a set of 11 consecutive stand-ups and bombing every single time 😂. Not sure how he'll survive this tour if Wood's injured, but at least they've got Shoaib Bashir, the young gun who might just save their bacon 💪. Still, England needs to get their act together pronto or they'll be singing that sad Ashes song for a long time 🎶... which is basically "we got thrashed by Australia" 😂.
 
🤦‍♂️ Come on England! Their fast bowling is a disaster right now 🌪️ and it's not just Ben Stokes who's struggling 😳, the whole team is letting each other down. They need to sort out their tactical awareness ASAP ⏰ or they'll be getting hammered by Australia for the rest of the series 🔥. And yeah, the bowling average is a joke 🤣, it's like they're not even trying anymore. I mean, who picks six wickets that are under 85mph? 🙄 It's not just Wood's injury that's causing them problems, it's their whole team dynamic 👊
 
OMG, it's like the Ashes just took a major hit 🤯! I'm so over their fast bowling situation... Stuart Broad says they've had a disaster since 2008? That's like saying Beyoncé's music hasn't changed in years lol 😂. But seriously, Ben Stokes' stats are crazy - 64 runs in 11 overs? That's like giving the Aussies a free pass 🎉.

I think the team's biggest issue is their tactical awareness... it's like they're stuck in a movie where everyone's just following orders without thinking 💭. And now Wood's injury has brought in Shoaib Bashir, who's basically been thrown into the deep end 🌊. I mean, England can't deny that they picked the wrong attack - their bowlers just aren't working together like they should.

The stats are pretty shocking too... six wickets to deliveries under 85mph? That's like a recipe for disaster! And with Stokes' captaincy under scrutiny, it's time for them to step up their game 🏆.
 
🤔 I mean, what does it say about us as a nation when our national cricket team can't even nail the basics? It's not just about the individual players, though they're definitely struggling with their tactics... it's about the system we've put in place to support them. And that's where I think we need to take a step back and ask ourselves if we're really prioritizing the right thing here. Are we chasing success at all costs, or are we genuinely invested in helping our players improve? 🤷‍♂️ The fact that Wood got injured and they had to bring in a 22-year-old spinner who's basically being thrown into the deep end just highlights the desperation, don't you think? 😬
 
I mean come on 🤣, it sounds like England's fast bowling team has got more holes than a Swiss cheese! Broad's right though, they need to figure out their tactics and stop being stuck in a rut - it's not the end of the world! And Ben Stokes' performances are as inconsistent as my mate's excuses for not going to work 😂. On a serious note, Shoaib Bashir might be the answer to England's prayers, but they really need to get their attack sorted ASAP or they'll be singing the Aussie national anthem at the pub... not that I've ever done 🍺.
 
Ugh, England's fast bowling is a total mess right now 🤯! I mean, 64 runs conceded by Ben Stokes in his first 11 overs? That's just embarrassing 😳. And the fact that they're struggling so much against Australia is a huge concern for their future in Test cricket.

I think the issue goes beyond just individual players, though. The team's overall bowling average is at its worst in 23 years, and it's clear that they need to make some changes. I'm not sure about this Shoaib Bashir kid, but he's definitely an upgrade from what they've got now 🤔.

I do think Stuart Broad has a point about the lack of tactical awareness among the fast bowlers. It's all about communication and adapting to different situations – something that seems to be missing right now 📚. And let's be real, England can't keep relying on their best bowlers to bail them out every time. They need a more solid foundation in place 🔩.
 
🤔 England's latest Ashes debacle has got everyone scratching their heads 🤯. When it comes to bowling, you've got to have a bit of flair and creativity, or else you're just going to get smashed 🏴‍☠️. I think they need to rethink their strategy and focus on bringing out the best in each player, rather than relying on one or two heroes 💪.

It's not just about the fast bowlers, though - even the spinners can make a difference 🔮. And let's be real, if you're not taking wickets at critical times, it doesn't matter how talented your bowlers are 📉. The team needs to step up and take responsibility for their performances, both individually and collectively 💯.

I mean, what's the point of having a good attack if they can't deliver under pressure? 🤷‍♂️ It's time for England to regroup and refocus, rather than getting caught out by their own complacency 😴. After all, as they say, "a bad plan today is better than a great plan tomorrow" 💥.
 
man... england's fast bowling is literally a joke right now 🤣. stuart broad is spot on though, they've had some of the worst performances in years. ben stokes, especially, is all over the place 🤦‍♂️. i mean, 64 runs conceded in his first 11 overs? that's insane! and the fact that archer, carse, and atkinson are stuck in these fixed positions without even communicating with each other is just laughable 😂.

and now stokes has to deal with pressure on making captaincy decisions? it's like he's got two jobs on his plate 🤯. but for real though, england needs to rework their attack because this is getting embarrassing fast ⏰. they can't deny that they've picked the wrong guys and just need to make some adjustments 🔪. shoaib bashir stepping up as a frontline bowler is a good sign, but it's not gonna fix everything 💯.
 
🤔 England's fast bowling team is a mess 🤦‍♂️. They can't seem to get it together and it's showing in their performances on the pitch. I mean, 64 runs conceded by Ben Stokes in just 11 overs? That's not good enough. And now they're under pressure because of captaincy decisions? It's like they're trying too hard to be heroes instead of focusing on what really matters - getting the job done.

I think the team needs a serious revamp, starting with their attack 🔄. They've picked bowlers who can't even execute simple tactics right and it's costing them matches. And now Shoaib Bashir is stepping up as the new frontline spinner? Hopefully, he'll bring some much-needed stability to the team. But overall, I'm just not impressed with England's fast bowling at the moment 😐.
 
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