Michael Vaughan brutally trolls England with 'team made up of cheerleaders' remark after Test series loss in India

Former England captain Michael Vaughan brutally trolled the Ben Stokes-led side following their 4-1 series loss in India. Michael Vaughan expressed concern that the team’s language might not reflect their true feelings, describing the backroom team as “cheerleaders”.

The England team began the series with a 28-run victory in the first Test in Hyderabad. However, they suffered consecutive losses in the recently concluded series. The visiting team was outplayed by India in both batting and bowling throughout the five-match tour.

Following the series loss, the team occupies eighth place in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 table. They managed to secure just three victories out of 10 matches in the ongoing cycle, having drawn the Ashes 2023 series against Australia in July 2023.

It’s Different In The Changing Room – Michael Vaughan

In a recent column for the Daily Telegraph, Michael Vaughan stated that the team’s backroom staff might be too focused on cheerleading instead of improving performance. Vaughan highlighted that the players need challenging and questioning at times.

“Every interview you hear the same stuff, about excitement, opportunity and fun, that everyone is having the time of their life. I have been around many of them in the last couple of years and their language can be inspiring. I admire some of it, but I can be a bit of an old cynic, and I worry that they are speaking a language that not all of them truly believe, which is dangerous,” wrote Vaughan.

“I do worry it’s a backroom team made up of cheerleaders. That’s based on what I hear in public, and maybe it’s different in the changing room, but players need challenging and questioning at times,” he added.

Vaughan’s remarks emphasize the need for introspection and accountability in English cricket. The former cricketer’s statement comes amidst efforts to rectify the shortcomings, especially with the bat, during the recent India tour.

Know Something Is Going To Happen – Michael Vaughan

Michael Vaughan emphasized the significance of honesty for the team’s progress. He expressed belief in their current approach, urging against drastic changes while acknowledging the excitement they bring to the game.

“After a humbling series defeat in India, I strongly believe that a dose of honesty is the most important thing for this England team right now,” Vaughan wrote.

“I don’t believe they need to rip everything up. They are better playing this way than they would be otherwise. I respect what they are trying to do, and get up early every day to watch them because they have me on the edge of my seat and I know something is going to happen.

The England team will play their next red-ball series against the West Indies in the upcoming English summer. The Three Lions will host the three matches during the series. The team will be hoping to regain winning momentum in front of the home crowd in July 2024.

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