England’s summer far from perfect but they head towards winter in upbeat mood | Mark Ramprakash
England’s recent summer was not ideal, yet the team is moving into winter with optimism. New red‑ball coach Stephen Fleming and captain Joe Root are poised to harness the side’s recent form, aiming to forge a fresh identity. Their combined leadership could steer England toward a stronger future in international cricket as they prepare for upcoming Test series against Australia and the Ashes.