Nathan Lyon Fires Ashes Warning: England Risk it All Without Jack Leach

🏏 Nathan Lyon Sounds Alarm for England: “Ashes Will Be a Massive Challenge Without Jack Leach” By Dave Middleton | July 31, 2025 | 7 min read England’s Spin Puzzle Ahead of the Ashes: Lyon Thinks They’re Missing the Key Piece Australia's veteran spinner Nathan Lyon has thrown a spotlight on England's Ashes preparations, warning that the tourists are heading into rough waters without their most experienced spinner— Jack Leach . In a chat from Sydney, Lyon emphasized that Leach remains England's best slow bowler and questioned the logic behind England’s evolving spin choices over the past year. His comments come just as England prepare for the final Test against India at The Oval, where once again, Leach is absent . “ In my eyes, Jack Leach is still their best spinner ,” Lyon said firmly. England’s Changing Spin Order: From Leach to Bashir to Bethell Leach, now 34, was a crucial part of England's unforgettable 2019 Ashes win at Headingley, where he stood ta...