Mason Crane Excited by England Recall After Career Revival

Mason Crane says he is “buzzing” to be back in the England setup after earning a recall for the upcoming ODI tri-series in Pakistan, admitting he had begun to doubt whether another international opportunity would come.

The Glamorgan leg-spinner made three appearances for England as a youngster, including his Test debut during the 2017-18 Ashes in Sydney. Injuries and inconsistent opportunities then stalled his progress, but a move from Hampshire to Glamorgan in 2024 helped revive his career.

Crane credited coach Richard Dawson with playing a major role in his improvement, praising his high standards and ability to get the best out of players. Dawson has since joined England’s Test coaching staff as an assistant to Stephen Fleming.

Crane’s recent progress has not been limited to bowling. He scored his first two first-class centuries for Glamorgan and said the improvement in his batting boosted his confidence. He took 34 wickets in 14 County Championship appearances during the 2026 season.

The 29-year-old says he wants to be more than a bowler known for occasional spectacular deliveries. Instead, he is focused on reading conditions, adapting his approach and finding consistent ways to take wickets.