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England's Bashir: Unused Ashes Ace?
24 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Shoaib Bashir, 22, remains an untested prospect in England's Ashes campaign.
- The off-spinner has been omitted from the fourth Test squad.
- Former spinner Phil Tufnell questions Bashir's selection strategy.
Shoaib Bashir, the 22-year-old off-spinner, has become a curious footnote in England's challenging Ashes tour, present in discussions but yet to feature in any matches.
Despite being a specialist spinner, Bashir was notably excluded from England's lineup for the fourth Test, scheduled to commence on December 26th in Melbourne. This decision has ignited debate among cricket analysts.
Former England spinner Phil Tufnell expressed his bewilderment, suggesting that if Bashir is to be considered a viable option, he should have been given a chance, particularly in the third Test at Adelaide. Tufnell implied that the current selection approach has created a "no-win situation" regarding Bashir's availability.
