Rob Key
π€ SpeakerAppearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
That's not... Anyone can do that.
It's how you get...
those issues solved in your way that's authentic to you.
I don't think they have a drinking problem.
I don't think it's fair to probably put everyone into that bracket.
I think the majority of those players are unbelievably diligent and will do whatever they can to try and maximise their potential and play as well as they can for England.
Like a lot of teams, there's two or three players that can be irresponsible with alcohol given that opportunity.
Now, what we're trying to do, as I said earlier, is...
is try and find that happy medium.
It's not about drinking, but so they can get away from the game.
Cricket is different to a lot of other sports, especially international cricket.
When you are away for the entire year, almost, even if you're playing at home, you're away.
The stress, the scrutiny on these multi-format players is tough.
So,
Can we be better?
Do we need to keep evolving?
I think the game does, to be honest.
And that's not a problem I'm going to be able to solve on my own.
We need to be able to create opportunities and situations where these players can make the right decisions.
We can take away the temptation.