Booth then turned his attention to the biennial WTC, suggesting the tournament should run across four years rather than two. The WTC cycle runs for two years, with teams playing six series during that period – three at home and three away – 12 points are awarded for winning a match, six for a tie...
Smith also made his Test debut in the summer as England’s new wicketkeeper and made his first century against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford. The 24-year-old finished the three-match series with 280 runs at an average of 46.6, second only to Joe Root. His solid wicketkeeping also solved England’s selection dilemma as he edged out...