- Seamer assumes Anderson’s role against West Indies
- ‘It’s a great opportunity for someone else to stand up’
Chris Woakes has been challenged to take on the role of leader of England’s bowling group, with the 35-year-old in line to win his 50th Test cap when the second Test against West Indies starts on Thursday. After the retirement of Jimmy Anderson he is now the oldest and most experienced bowler in the squad.
Ben Stokes, the England captain, said: “I see it as an opportunity for someone like Chris to take on more of a leadership role in the bowling unit. Woakesy is a very experienced bowler, a very experienced player.
Written by Simon Burnton at Trent Bridge
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/article/2024/jul/17/ben-stokes-chris-woakes-attack-leader-england-west-indies under the title “Ben Stokes backs Chris Woakes to thrive as England’s new attack leader”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
