New Delhi. Feb 27 (IANS) England head coach Brendon McCullum has urged the top administrators of English County Clubs to provide more opportunities to young spinners Shoaib Bashir and Tom Hartley, who impressed during the Test series in India despite their lack of experience.
McCullum emphasized the outstanding performances of Bashir, 20, and Hartley, 24, during the tour, despite them being inexperienced and not first-choice spinners for their respective teams.
Both players achieved their first-ever five-wicket hauls in a Test match, with Bashir surpassing his first-class wicket tally in just two games. McCullum highlighted the need for County Cricket clubs to nurture these talents as they are currently not regular starters for their clubs due to seasoned spinners in their squads.
While acknowledging the reasons behind Lancashire signing Nathan Lyon, McCullum stressed the importance of giving opportunities to young talents like Bashir and Hartley. He expressed his hope for the clubs to recognize the potential of these players and provide them with more chances to develop their skills.
McCullum emphasized that consistent playing time is crucial for the growth of the spinners and believes that both Bashir and Hartley have what it takes to succeed at the international level. He commended their determination and resilience, urging for continued support and opportunities for the promising duo in the future.
