Shoaib Bashir dropped from England squad as Test spin declines
Shoaib Bashir, the 23-year-old spin bowler, was excluded from England's squad for the South Africa tour, signaling a decline in Test spin. Selector Marcus North cited a need for balance with existing off-spinners, highlighting a shift in strategy away from specialists. This change reflects broader trends in cricket as the emphasis on pace increases amid evolving formats.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 08:00 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 08:10 UTC
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