HULL NEW BALL GAME
Daily Mirror UK|September 05, 2024
Skipper Pope backs 6ft 7in Josh to make big impression on Test bow
GARY FITZGERALD
HULL NEW BALL GAME

OLLIE POPE is backing bowling giant Josh Hull to quickly stamp his mark on the side as England target the perfect Test summer.

The captain admits it is a "bold" decision by coach Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes to throw another rookie into the international firing line.

But Pope supported the surprise call-up of a 20-year-old with very little experience and raw pace, who has yet to make a real impact on county cricket.

Leicestershire's 6ft 7in star Hull now has the dream chance to push his name forward for winter tour selection.

A strong performance in England's bid to complete a 6-0 clean sweep in the summer Tests could put him in the picture for New Zealand and Pakistan.

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