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Atherton, Hussain believe Buttler's time is 'over as captain' after Champions Trophy early exit
New Delhi, Feb 27: After England’s exit from the ICC Champions Trophy, former captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton slammed Jos Buttler’s leadership and opined that his reign as white-ball captain is over.
An advantage: Nasser, Atherton on India playing all Champions Trophy matches in Dubai
London, February 25: Former England cricketers Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have said India has advantage in ICC Champions Trophy as they are playing only at one venue - Dubai - and don't have to travel to different venues.
Champions Trophy: Atherton, Hussain call for England XI shake-up ahead of Afghanistan clash
New Delhi, Feb 25: England's Champions Trophy campaign hangs by a thread as they prepare to face Afghanistan on Wednesday, knowing that another defeat, following their opening loss to Australia, could see them staring at early elimination. Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain have weighed in on England’s struggles, raising concerns over Jofra Archer’s form and calling for a promotion up the order for skipper Jos Buttler.
Looked very predictable from a long way out: Atherton terms India-Pak contest 'one-sided'
New Delhi, Feb 25: Former England captain Michael Atherton has described the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan as "one-sided", following India's win in the Group A match of the Champions Trophy.
Hussain, Atherton pick up next generation's 'Fab Four', include Pakistan left-hander
London, January 16: Former England cricketers Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton picked up the 'Fab Four' batters of this generation, with the former England skipper naming a Pakistani star as one of his picks while Atherton picked two rising left-handers in his list alongside the common picks, Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and England's Harry Brook.
Promotion, relegation a must to prevent establishment of 'entrenched elite': Atherton on two-tier system debate
New Delhi, Jan 8: Former England captain Michael Atherton has expressed his perspective on the ongoing debate regarding the two-tier system in Test cricket and said that any proposed structure should facilitate movement between the tiers and prevent the establishment of an "entrenched elite."