James Rew: The Selection Puzzle England Must Solve
Somerset's James Rew is making a compelling case for England selection with 379 runs in five county innings, but his best position remains unclear.
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Somerset's James Rew is making a compelling case for England selection with 379 runs in five county innings, but his best position remains unclear.
James Rew's stellar start to the county season has thrust him into England reckoning, but fitting the Somerset star into the Test XI presents tactical challenges.
Tom Abell's masterful unbeaten century secured Somerset's third consecutive County Championship victory, keeping their perfect season alive with a nail-biting two-wicket triumph.
Somerset head coach Jason Kerr believes 22-year-old wicketkeeper James Rew has the ability to open the batting for England after his outstanding early-season form.
Nick Gubbins broke his frustrating run of dismissals in the 40s to guide Hampshire's impressive second innings recovery against table-topping Somerset.
James Rew's magnificent early season form continued with an unbeaten 77 as Somerset's bowlers dismantled Hampshire for 238 on day one.
The 18-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman is balancing A-Level studies with his professional cricket ambitions following a productive winter with England's development squads.
James Rew's magnificent unbeaten century and Tom Kohler-Cadmore's excellent support have given Somerset a commanding position against Nottinghamshire.
The 18-year-old wicketkeeper-batter aims to follow brother James into Somerset's County Championship side after a productive winter with England Lions.
Somerset's Thomas Rew is targeting a first-team breakthrough after captaining England Under-19s to the World Cup final and impressing on tour with the Lions.