England's fast bowlers owned awards night as Ollie Robinson, Naayva Sharma and Ethan Bamber each collected silverware.
The quicks had their moment. At the Cricket Writers' Club awards, three England fast bowlers (Ollie Robinson, Naayva Sharma and Ethan Bamber) each went home with a prize, making it a night for pace.
Robinson, the seasoned Test seamer, is known for relentless accuracy and a knack for strangling batters into mistakes. Getting his name called again shows how much his consistent work with the ball counts with the writers who watch the game closely.
Sharma and Bamber show where the pace conversation is heading. Both are on the rise, and recognition at this level tells you the people covering the sport see real substance in their bowling, beyond a few good spells.
Three fast bowlers honoured in a single night is a strong sign of the depth of quick talent in England's system. Keep an eye on all three as the next season builds.
