A Divided House: The England Cricket Selection Conundrum The appointment of Marcus North as England's new selector has sparked controversy, with former fast bowler Darren Gough questioning the decision to bring in an Australian.
On the surface, this may seem like a minor issue, but it reveals a deeper problem: the disconnect between the national team and county cricket.
Gough's concerns are not unfounded, given the recent criticism of England's perceived disconnection from domestic cricket.