England cricket managing director Rob Key's view on Test cricket has clearly rubbed off on Brendon McCullum's squad, as past quotes re-emerged following the agonising defeat to New Zealand.
England lost a thrilling Test match at the Basin Reserve by just one run this morning, with the series ending 1-1. Since McCullum took over as coach and Ben Stokes as captain, the national side have changed their approach to a more expansive and attacking style - not previously seen in the longest format.
During a chat with Wisden last month Key - who assumed his current role last April - talked about the reasoning behind England’s change of philosophy, and his comments rather summed up the thriller against New Zealand . “They talk about entertainment, which is the business we’re in. What’s the alternative? Just have a very, very boring game,” Key said.
