Root and branch: Joe Root says reform is needed
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THE PCA LAST week revealed that the majority of professional men’s players in England and Wales feel the congested county cricket schedule is not fit for purpose and are concerned for their mental and physical wellbeing.
The Association completed in-depth research during pre-season meetings with all 18 first-class counties, which reiterated the issues current players face, with 81% admitting the current schedule causes them concern from a physical perspective while two-thirds believe the current structure is not...