Robinson’s return and New Zealand rust: five talking points from first Test

Guardian Australia

Robinson’s return and New Zealand rust: five talking points from first Test

Lord’s surface diminished the spectacle, but there is plenty to chew over after England’s opening victory By his own admission Ollie Robinson was “nowhere near ready” to play in the Ashes last winter. Yet his return after a two-year exile was a reminder that England were desperately short on new-ball nous during their 4-1 series defeat. Robinson provided it at Lord’s, making the ball breakdance during that triple-wicket maiden on day one . There was no need for him to go short, as proved by the 77mph bumper Daryl Mitchell brushed to the ropes. Wobbling it down on a length was lethal enough. It was the perfect surface for Kyle Jamieson, too, the hulking quick back for his first Test since February 2024, a back stress fracture keeping him away. His five-fer was a stirring sight, keeping those numbers nice and pretty: his bowling average sits under 20 after 20 Tests. Continue reading...

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