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England Fielding Fitness Surge Pays Off
27 Jun
Summary
- England's T20 World Cup performance improved with fitness.
- Coach Edwards emphasized player fitness accountability.
- Fielding standards saw a significant uplift during the tournament.
England's T20 World Cup campaign has showcased marked improvements in the team's fitness and fielding standards, as noted by all-rounder Alice Capsey.
These enhancements come after a period where dropped catches and a lack of athleticism in the field led to disappointing exits in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2024-25 Ashes series. Coach Charlotte Edwards had previously stressed player accountability for fitness levels upon her appointment.
Capsey expressed that the team has "put a massive shift in with our fitness, our fielding." She acknowledged that these areas were not meeting desired standards, but the team is now observing the tangible benefits of their focused training and hard work.
