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Vaughan Slams 'Ridiculous' England Selector Wait
6 May
Summary
- Former captain Michael Vaughan criticizes the delayed selector appointment.
- Interviews for the role were held this week.
- England squad for New Zealand Test is due soon.
Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan has expressed strong criticism regarding the delayed appointment of the national selector. Vaughan described the ongoing process as "ridiculous," highlighting the tardiness in naming Luke Wright's successor. Wright announced his departure on January 22 and officially left his post after the conclusion of the T20 World Cup in March.
The interviews for the position were reportedly held this week, indicating the process is in its final stages. However, Vaughan stressed that the selector should have been in place by April 1 to actively observe county matches and gather player information. This delay is particularly concerning given that four rounds of the County Championship have already been completed.
Furthermore, the England squad for the first Test against New Zealand is expected to be named in approximately two weeks. The absence of a confirmed national selector at this critical juncture raises questions about the efficiency and timeline of the England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) decision-making process.
