NEW DELHI: England's cricket team captain, Jos Buttler, openly expressed his concerns about the form of fast bowler Chris Woakes with the new ball in a press conference held in Mumbai on Friday. These concerns come as England's title defence in the World Cup, hosted in India, faces a daunting challenge following an unexpected defeat to Afghanistan, which left them with only one win to their name.
Woakes, a 34-year-old seam-bowling all-rounder, has struggled to make an impact on the demanding Indian pitches. He has managed to secure just two wickets across England's first three games at a significantly high average of 67.5. Woakes notably went wicketless during a shocking 69-run loss to Afghanistan in Delhi on Sunday.
