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England aim to reignite early summer fire but will be wary of South Africa

Ben Stokes has made it clear England will maintain their high-octane Test tactics in the series opener at Lord’s

The Guardian - UK

Eng v SA Test | South Africa keen to wreck England's 'Bazball' party

"Bazball"—a reference to McCullum's nickname—has revitalised England's red-ball fortunes

The Hindu

South Africa vow to conquer ‘Bazball’ but Ben Stokes calm over clash of styles as England prepare for Tests

South Africa captain Dean Elgar has reiterated his belief that England’s style of play – dubbed ‘Bazball’ – could leave them “not looking very good”, after his counterpart Ben Stokes vowed to leave the talking to their opponents.

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South Africa legend says "mind-blowing" England can "get to the top" playing 'Bazball'

South Africa legend Mike Procter is a big fan of England's new approach to Test cricket under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum and is hopeful more teams will look to follow their lead

Daily Mirror

Voldemort effect of ‘Bazball’ only emphasises why England series with South Africa is a captivating prospect

There was a moment of levity as the dictaphones and cameras were arranged before South Africa head coach Mark Boucher’s pre-Test press conference.

Evening Standard

South Africa ready to test England’s bold new era – just don’t mention Bazball

South Africa captain Dean Elgar has shown little time for England’s revolution under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes ahead of an intriguing first Test at Lord’s on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Jimmy Anderson feels fresh at 40 and ready to lead attack against South Africa

England seamer has said only Stuart Broad can match him and still be bowling in Tests at the age of 40 as franchise cricket is increasingly appealing for young quicks

The Guardian - UK

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James Anderson fears he and Stuart Broad will be the last fast bowlers of their kind

Anderson will become the first England fast bowler to play Test cricket past the age of 40 since 1961 but he believes there won't be another to follow in his and Stuart Broad's steps

Daily Mirror

James Anderson ‘as happy as I have felt in an England dressing room for years’

Anderson is enjoying the culture created by new head coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes

The Independent UK

Jack Leach: ‘It’s been a nice realisation that maybe my ceiling is higher’

England spinner suffered concussion this summer but won his coach’s praise and tells Felix White he has a new sense of worth in the Test team

The Guardian - UK

Alex Lees happy to ‘spread the word’ of England’s aggressive style into county game

The opener has embraced the approach of new head coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes

The Independent UK

Brendon McCullum’s revolution trickles down to county game as England hopefuls seek to replicate senior stars

The most overt statement of Brendon McCullum’s style on the first day of the Lions tour match against South Africa came in his choice of trousers: white jeans. He is almost certainly the first England coach to don them.

Evening Standard

Leaner Ollie Robinson makes case for England Test team as Craig Overton also impresses in England Lions match

Watching the Lions take on the tourists at Canterbury, England coach Brendon McCullum was treated to impressive performances from the returning Ollie Robinson and Craig Overton, who is also in the squad for next week’s first Test against South Africa.

Evening Standard

Ollie Robinson given chance to stake claim for England Test return against South Africa in Lions warm-up match

Ollie Robinson has a chance this week to stake a claim for a Test recall midway through a year of frustration when he turns out for England Lions against South Africa.

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Daily Mirror

Inside Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum's "dream partnership" and England's rejuvenation

England opener Alex Lees has lifted the lid on the immediate impact Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum have had on the Test team, praising the pair's "aggressive and positive brand of cricket"

The Hindu

Does ‘Bazball’ have the staying power to alter Test cricket’s groove?

The brand of fearless, attacking cricket championed by England Test coach Brendon McCullum has made the world sit up and take notice. Can it be sustained and will others follow suit?

The Independent UK

Fit-again Ollie Robinson back in England squad after injury issues

The Sussex pace bowler was a spectator during March’s tour of the Caribbean due to back spasms.

Daily Mirror

England receive major boost ahead of South Africa Tests with Kagiso Rabada an injury doubt

South Africa quick Kagiso Rabada has picked up an ankle injury and is a doubt for this month's Test series against England

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The Independent UK

Adil Rashid focuses on white-ball action and plays down talk of a Test return

The 34-year-old spinner last appeared in the longer format for England three-and-a-half years ago

Daily Mirror

England managing director Rob Key dismisses Australia rival Steve Smith's Test jibe

Steve Smith ramped up the Ashes mind games this month by questioning whether 'Bazball' would work against Australia and England chief Rob Key has dismissed such suggestions

Daily Mirror

Rob Key lifts lid on England's Test revival under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum

Managing Director of England Men's Cricket Rob Key has offered some insight into how Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum have had an immediate impact on the Test team's fortunes

Daily Mirror

Brendon McCullum delighted with Ben Stokes' 'noble' decision to quit ODI cricket

Brendon McCullum reckons he will now have more time with Ben Stokes to get the Test team cranking after the all-rounder retired from ODI cricket

The Guardian - UK

Lungi Ngidi: ‘Racism is a factor in South Africa that must be addressed’

As his side prepares to face England in white-ball games, beginning on Tuesday, the pace bowler tells Donald McRae: ‘Sweeping stuff under the rug never helps anyone’

Daily Mirror

England chief Rob Key explains why he doesn't like 'Bazball' term amid Test revival

Rob Key appointed both Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum and has been delighted by the immediate impact they have made on England's Test team, although he is not a fan of the 'Bazball' term

Evening Standard

Rob Key in ‘no hurry’ to appoint National Selector after busy start to England reign

England’s Managing Director of Men’s Cricket, Rob Key, has confirmed he is in “no hurry” to appoint a National Selector, but still plans to reinstate the role.

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