England are learning - these are the World Cup issues they need to solve

England's cricket team is implementing Brendon McCullum's proposal for 50-over warm-up games ahead of the World Cup, marking a shift from their previous lack of preparation. The side has won all three ODI series this year, a significant improvement after a poor 2023 World Cup campaign. Coach McCullum emphasized the need for more white-ball practice, noting many players haven't played enough in the format. Tom Banton starred with his first international century, while Ben Duckett's inconsistent form raises questions about his place. Jacob Bethell and Banton have shown potential as alternatives, with Bethell's 91 against India and Banton's century highlighting their readiness.

The team's fitness and backroom staff have also been strengthened under McCullum's leadership. Former spinner Phil Tufnell believes England has a chance with luck, but issues remain, particularly in the bowling department where Rehan Ahmed was dropped despite being seen as a key leg-spinner. Liam Dawson stepped in effectively, taking 3-26 in the decider. The upcoming Test series in South Africa will provide further insights into the team's progress and preparations for the World Cup.

英格兰板球队正在实施 布伦登·麦卡勒姆 的 50局热身赛 计划，这标志着他们在世界杯前准备方式的转变，摆脱了此前准备不足的状态。该队今年已赢得全部三场单日国际赛系列赛，这在很大程度上改善了他们2023年世界杯糟糕的表现。 麦卡勒姆 教练强调需要更多白球练习，指出许多球员在该赛制中出场时间不足。 汤姆·班顿 用他的首个国际百场表现亮相，而 本·杜克特 不稳定的状态引发了对他位置的质疑。 雅各布·贝瑟尔 和 班顿 作为替代者展现出了潜力，贝瑟尔对印度的 91 分和班顿的百场突显了他们的准备就绪。在 麦卡勒姆 的领导下，球队的体能和后勤团队也得到加强。前 spinner 菲尔·图芬尼尔 认为英格兰有机会，但问题依然存在，特别是在投球部门， 雷汉·阿赫迈德 虽然被视为关键腿旋球手但却被放弃。 利亚姆· Dawson 表现有效，在决胜局中取得了 3-26。即将在南非进行的测试系列赛将进一步提供关于球队进展的见解，并为世界杯做准备。