countdown to The Ashes 2025-26 has officially begun, with Australia And England Cricket’s fiercest rivalry is set to resume in Perth from November 21. As the excitement builds, discussions on team combinations, bowling strategies and conditions have intensified. Touring Australia has traditionally been England’s toughest challenge in Test cricket, with difficult pitches, extra bounce and adverse conditions testing even the most experienced cricketers. With another demanding five-Test series approaching, the former fast bowler james anderson He believes England’s bowlers should step up to outline a roadmap to be successful.
James Anderson reveals strategy for England bowling unit to excel in Australia
speaking on BBC’s Tailenders PodcastAnderson shared detailed information on how England should approach the conditions they will face. The veteran with 704 wickets, himself a master of the art of swing and seam on all terrains, insisted that Australian pitches provide support – provided the bowlers maintain accuracy and discipline.
“There will be a bit of movement on the pitches, as we have had in the last two tours. So you need accuracy as well as pace.” Anderson explained, highlighting that control is just as important as raw speed.
Anderson believes England must deploy excessive pace wisely, especially jofra archer And mark wood Returning to full fitness. He suggested fielding both in the opening Test in Perth, which is known for its high bounce and pace-friendly nature.
“I think if you’re going to play them together, possibly the first Test in Perth, where it’s fast and bouncy, you want to have a good start to the series – so hit them straight away at a reasonable pace,” He added.
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Apart from the opening batsman, Anderson recommended a rotation plan to keep England’s fastest bowlers fresh. he sees opportunity for braydon carse And Gus Atkinson—Two emerging fast bowlers who bring both pace and control.
“After that I think they’ll try to play one of them, and rest and heal the other one. That leaves room for Brayden Carse or Gus Atkinson. They’re still pretty quick, but they also have skill, and maybe a little more control than the others,” Anderson elaborated,
His assessment points to a modern, flexible fast bowling blueprint built on variety, tirelessness and intelligent workload management.
Anderson explains how England can win the 2025-26 Ashes
Anderson stressed that England’s best chances of winning the Ashes lay in the continued excellence of their bowling attack – a department that has often faltered in Australia due to inconsistency and limited access. According to Anderson, a blend of pace, accuracy and adaptability will be necessary to combat Australia’s strong batting unit and challenging home conditions. Early successes, tactical rotation and disciplined spells will be the foundation of England’s campaign.
“He’s going to have a big role. If England are to win this series, or have a chance, the bowling attack is going to have to be consistently good.” Anderson insisted.
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