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'Play straight, be great' - why England must play for draw

BBC Sport·June 19, 2026
'Play straight, be great' - why England must play for draw

Former England captains Alistair Cook and Michael Vaughan are urging the team to play for a draw in the remaining two days of the second Test. They believe this approach is necessary for England to achieve a positive outcome. Cook and Vaughan's advice is based on their experience and knowledge of the game, and they think playing cautiously will be the best strategy. England will need to adopt a defensive mindset to secure a draw and prevent a loss.

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