England Defends Training Approach After Heavy ODI Series Loss in India

Brendon McCullum and Jos Buttler reject claims of insufficient preparation, citing injuries and a packed schedule ahead of the Champions Trophy.

England lost the ODI series against India 3-0, continuing a poor run with four consecutive series defeats since the 2023 World Cup.
Criticism from Ravi Shastri and Kevin Pietersen alleged England conducted minimal training, which McCullum and Buttler called 'factually incorrect.'
McCullum emphasized balancing training with player fitness due to injuries, including setbacks to Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, and Jamie Overton.
The team skipped some net sessions during the ODI series but trained extensively during the earlier T20 series and plans further sessions in Pakistan.
Despite recent struggles, McCullum expressed confidence in England's potential to compete in the Champions Trophy starting February 22 in Pakistan.