From: David Bell, Garforth, Leeds.

May I just congratulate Chris Waters on his excellent article (The Yorkshire Post, June 25).

He managed to put onto paper (I know it is his profession) what every cricket and sports fan has been venting in their head or down the pub.

England’s male cricket has become an absolute joke. McCullum’s time is surely up. At the time I thought Key’s appointment was a good one, someone who was connected to county and grassroots. Alas he just seems to hide now.

England head coach Brendon McCullum (right) and Robert Key during a nets session at Trent Bridge. PIC: Mike Egerton/PA Wire

placeholder image — England head coach Brendon McCullum (right) and Robert Key during a nets session at Trent Bridge. PIC: Mike Egerton/PA Wire

As for Stokes, I'm afraid he is just a loose cannon and nobody can reel him in. A captain should lead by example on and off the field throughout the series.

Curfew or not, that is not a good example or the way to lead a team.

Time for a massive shake up before Pakistan arrives.