Nasser Hussain Urges Inclusion of Experienced Stars in England's ODI Squad

Former England captain Nasser Hussain advocates for the return of experienced players to the ODI squad ahead of the 2024 ICC Champions Trophy. With key players like Jos Buttler and Joe Root missing recent games, Hussain emphasizes the need for a consistent lineup to maximize performance.

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has called for the inclusion of experienced stars in England's ODI squad ahead of next year's ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan. With England skipper Jos Buttler absent in their recent series against Australia, the focus turns to solidifying a consistent lineup.

Joe Root, who was rested from the ODI series after a demanding Test summer, and Test captain Ben Stokes, expressing interest in a 50-over return, are key players Hussain believes should be reinstated. England's young squad showed promise, leveling the T20I series and narrowly losing the ODI series 3-2 after a rain-affected decider.

Hussain stressed that Buttler, Stokes, and Root are invaluable for their white-ball expertise. He voiced concerns about Stokes' workload but emphasized Root's spin-batting prowess, crucial for the subcontinent conditions anticipated in Pakistan. As England prepares for a Test series in Pakistan, finalizing the ODI squad's core remains paramount.

(With inputs from agencies.)