“Chris Woakes Embraces Leadership Role as England Prepares for Pakistan Test Series”

**: "I Acknowledge I Need to Improve Away from Home, but My Home Record is Exceptional"** , the newly appointed leader of England's Test bowling attack, is gearing up for the challenge of the upcoming series against Pakistan. This opportunity comes after receiving a vote of confidence from head coach Brendon McCullum and captain . Following the conclusion of the Test at The Oval, McCullum approached Woakes with an encouraging message: “You’re in. You’ve had a fantastic summer leading the attack, and I value your experience. I believe you can make a significant impact on the team, both on and off the field. While I can’t promise you a spot in every match, we want you to embrace this role for the winter series.” With that affirmation, Woakes is preparing to don his England whites for the first time in over two years, as he heads to Multan for a three-Test series against Pakistan starting Monday. The goal is clear: to secure a series victory. However, on a personal level, Woakes is also eager to address the statistics and narratives surrounding his performance, particularly in away matches, as he embarks on this new chapter under McCullum's leadership.