England's head coach Brendon McCullum revealed a 'watchful style of cricket' for their upcoming T20I and ODI series against India. This approach focuses on adapting to Indian conditions ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. McCullum expressed confidence in captain Jos Buttler's leadership, emphasizing the importance of maximizing their diverse resources to succeed in the series.
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