Jonny Bairstow has dismissed any lingering tension from the controversial “sandpapergate” incident during last year’s Ashes series, insisting the focus is firmly on the upcoming T20 World Cup encounter between England and Australia.
Jonny Bairstow downplays drama
The dismissal of Jonny Bairstow by Alex Carey in the Lord’s Test, a central theme in Australia’s Amazon Prime documentary “The Test,” sparked outrage and fueled the Ashes fire. However, Bairstow revealed he has no interest in revisiting the past.
“I haven’t watched the documentary,” Bairstow said, highlighting his focus on the present. “The way we responded after Lord’s was a positive. Our results speak for themselves; we finished the Ashes series stronger than Australia.”
Mitchell Marsh anticipates hostile crowd
Australian T20 captain Mitchell Marsh expects a lively atmosphere in Barbados, similar to the intense encounters during the Ashes. He acknowledged that the crowd will likely favor England, but emphasized Australia’s motivation to challenge a strong English team.
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England needing a win
England’s World Cup campaign needs a boost after their washout against Scotland. While acknowledging the importance of a win against Australia, Bairstow remains focused on the bigger picture.
“We know we need to win more than we lose,” he stated. “A win would be great for momentum, but the other games are crucial too. It’s going to be a fantastic spectacle, and hopefully, the best team wins.”
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