Tue Dec 17 11:51:13 UTC 2024: ## England Opener Crawley Struggles Continue, But Coaching Staff Remains Confident
**LONDON –** England cricket opener Zak Crawley’s recent struggles continued during the concluded series, with a paltry 52 runs across six innings and a dismal average of 8.66. This marks a significant downturn from his strong performance last summer. His dismissal six times by New Zealand bowler Matt Henry highlighted his difficulties.
Despite the disappointing showing, England’s coaching staff, including Marcus Trescothick, have voiced their continued support for Crawley, emphasizing his mental resilience and belief in his potential for a comeback. They attribute some of his struggles to a fractured finger suffered earlier this season.
To regain form and confidence, Crawley will return home before heading to South Africa to play white-ball cricket with the Sunrisers Eastern Cape. The coaching staff sees this stint as crucial for his recovery ahead of the upcoming Test series against India and Australia in 2025. The unwavering support from the management underscores their long-term faith in Crawley’s ability to return to top form at the international level.
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