Sam Cook: An England call-up earned and deserved

GEORGE DOBELL: He's had to bite his tongue, he's had to redouble his efforts when shunned, he's had to decline financial opportunities in franchise cricket, he's had to show he can excel with different balls, formats and pitches

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