England cricket: Are Harry Brook's side set to challenge for the 2027 World Cup?
England's cricket team is showing improved form in limited-overs formats following a series of wins against India. Analysts are evaluating whether the current squad, featuring new opening pairs, is building the necessary momentum for the 2027 World Cup.
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Assesses the strategic development of a major national sports team as they transition through leadership and roster changes.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, England have now recovered from opening defeats to win consecutive ODI series 2-1
At the end of June, a dark cloud hung over the England camp, with Test captain Ben Stokes retiring after a 2-1 series defeat by New Zealand.
That campaign brought an end to coach Brendon McCullum's time in charge of the red-ball side , and plenty of questions remain about the future of the Test team, but the New Zealander has enjoyed an upturn in fortunes in July, with his limited-overs outfit beating India 4-0 in a T20 series and 2-1 in one-day internationals.
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