Ian Botham slams England’s lack of preparation before Ashes; batting coach Marcus Trescothick calls it ‘way of the modern game’

England’s Ashes preparation in Australia faces scrutiny, with legend Ian Botham questioning their limited match practice. However, batting coach Marcus Trescothick asserts the team is comfortable, citing modern cricket’s packed schedule. Despite just one warm-up game, England’s recent overseas success under McCullum and Stokes offers a hopeful precedent for the upcoming series.