New England cricket jumper draws fire from traditionalists

The new sweater seen during the first test against New Zealand has been described as "an abomination", "a disgrace" and something that looks like it was knitted by a drunk grandmother

Ben Stokes (C) and Alastair Cook wear the new sweater at Lord's Credit: Photo: AP/Reuters/PA

For five days it has caused nearly as much debate among cricket traditionalists as the play on the pitch at Lords...

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