TwelfthMan goes behind the scenes during the Investec Test series against New Zealand, this time with former England fast bowler Dean Headley meeting some fans and reflecting on England’s chances.
Rain, rain, and more rain at Headingley, but that didn’t stop Paul Nixon getting out amongst it and meeting the hardy supporters who braved the elements.
England’s National Selector pleased that the system is working, as proved by the likes of Joe Root and Johnny Bairstow in the squad for the second Investec Test against New Zealand at Headingley.
Alastair Cook knows the dangers that New Zealand pose to his England team, but confidence is high after the fantastic win at Lord’s, and the squad are focused on clinching the Investec Series at Headingley this week.
Watch all 19 wickets from day one of Sussex v Somerset at Horsham where Steve Magoffin took 8-20 as the visitors were bowled out for just 76. In reply Sussex were 298 and nine.
Joe Root is product of Yorkshire’s Academy and knows Headingley well…it’s his home ground! He’s now set to play his first Test match at the famous stadium, and his hoping to wrap up the Investec Series against New Zealand.
Alastair Cook and Stuart Broad revel in an incredible victory for England against New Zealand. Broad was happy to pick up the champagne for his man of the match performance.
We spoke to England’s number three on the morning of the fourth day at Lord’s. After his battling half-century yesterday, Trott is hoping that Warwickshire team-mate Ian Bell can guide England towards a lead of 300.