NEW DELHI: England's managing director, Rob Key, acknowledged that the decision to prioritise Test cricket over one-day internationals played a role in the team's disappointing World Cup campaign. Despite a promising year for England in test cricket, their early exit from the World Cup, with six defeats in the first seven matches, leaves a bitter aftertaste. Key expressed support for coach Matthew Mott, emphasising the need for honest conversations to identify improvements.
Defending champions England, led by captain Jos Buttler, finished in seventh place on the points table, failing to qualify for the semi-finals. Key admitted that his consistent choice to prioritise Test cricket over the shorter formats contributed to the team's struggles in the World Cup.
