England's Ben Stokes pictured against West Indies on July 17, 2020
Ben Stokes admits England need bowling heroics after day three washout
The hosts were hoping to keep West Indies under pressure.
Jul 18, 16:18
 England's Ben Stokes pictured against West Indies on July 17, 2020
Ben Stokes throws support behind under-fire Jofra Archer
The hosts racked up 469 for nine declared over the first two days, after Archer was omitted from the side.
Jul 18, 06:46
 England bowler Jofra Archer pictured in November 2019
Ben Stokes offers full support to Jofra Archer
Ben Stokes' 10th Test century was further evidence of his maturity in the middle.
Jul 17, 20:58
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Ben Stokes, Dom Sibley centuries pile pressure on West Indies
The England pair dominated on day two at Old Trafford.
Jul 17, 18:29
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Dom Sibley, Ben Stokes star to put England in control against West Indies
Ben Stokes was also not out, albeit on 99 runs, come the lunch break.
Jul 17, 13:16
 England's Ben Stokes walks off after losing his wicket on January 24, 2020
Dom Sibley, Ben Stokes take heat off absent Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer was excluded from the squad to face the West Indies after breaking coronavirus protocols to visit Brighton.
Jul 16, 18:57
 England's Dom Sibley reacts as he leaves the pitch after losing his wicket on January 16, 2020
Dom Sibley steadies the ship for England following loss of Rory Burns, Zak Crawley
Returning skipper Joe Root made 23.
Jul 16, 16:52
 West Indies's Jermaine Blackwood in action against England on July 12, 2020
Jermaine Blackwood shrugs off Ben Stokes sledging to put pressure on bowlers
The West Indies batsman helped his side to victory in the first Test.
Jul 14, 17:24
 Dom Bess in action for England on January 18, 2020
Dom Bess feeling "really dangerous" ahead of second Test against West Indies
The spinner is looking forward to the chance to help England level the series against the West Indies at Old Trafford.
Jul 14, 17:16
 England celebrate winning the Cricket World Cup on July 14, 2019
Eoin Morgan looking forward to reunion with fellow England World Cup winners
Morgan's side beat New Zealand in dramatic fashion at the home of cricket.
Jul 13, 21:16
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Ben Stokes "will not look back with any regrets" on West Indies defeat
Jermaine Blackwood hit a match-winning 95 for the Windies at Southampton.
Jul 13, 08:06
 England's Ben Stokes walks off after losing his wicket on January 24, 2020
Ben Stokes 'has no regrets' despite West Indies defeat
The West Indies triumphed by four wickets at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 12, 19:01
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Ben Stokes: 'England fell short with the bat'
The West Indies triumphed by four wickets at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 12, 18:57
 West Indies's Jermaine Blackwood in action against England on July 12, 2020
Jermaine Blackwood grasps opportunity to guide West Indies to Test victory over England
The Jamaican racked up 95 runs in the tourists' second innings.
Jul 12, 17:16
 West Indies's Jermaine Blackwood in action against England on July 12, 2020
Jermaine Blackwood stars as West Indies edge towards victory over England
Jermaine Blackwood was 65 not out heading into the final session.
Jul 12, 15:27
 Zak Crawley pictured on January 26, 2020
Zak Crawley confident England can overcome West Indies
All three results are possible, with England ending day four 248 for eight - a lead of 170 runs on a wearing pitch.
Jul 11, 18:40
 England's Ollie Pope trudges off after having his wicket taken against West Indies on July 9, 2020
Late wickets hand West Indies hope on penultimate day of first Test
Alzarri Joseph and Shannon Gabriel shared four wickets in the final hour to peg back England.
Jul 11, 18:26
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Ben Stokes hands England hope but West Indies have advantage
The captain took four wickets before England closed the day on 15 without loss.
Jul 10, 18:39
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
West Indies close in on England's total despite Ben Stokes dismissing Kraigg Brathwaite
Brathwaite converted his overnight 20 into the first-half century of the match from 113 balls.
Jul 10, 12:29
 West Indies captain Jason Holder celebrates with the ball after career-best figures against England on July 9, 2020
Jason Holder eyes batting success to match bowling heroics
Holder claimed six England wickets.
Jul 9, 19:35
 West Indies captain Jason Holder celebrates with the ball after career-best figures against England on July 9, 2020
Jason Holder shines in all-rounder battle as West Indies rip through England
Jason Holder claimed career-best figures of six for 42 to put Ben Stokes' side under pressure.
Jul 9, 17:50
 West Indies captain Jason Holder celebrates with the ball after career-best figures against England on July 9, 2020
Captain Jason Holder stars as West Indies tear through England batting lineup
Ben Stokes' 43 was the best his team could muster in response but even that required two drops in the outfield.
Jul 9, 15:41
 England's Ollie Pope trudges off after having his wicket taken against West Indies on July 9, 2020
England suffer top-order collapse on second morning against West Indies
The hosts had resumed on 35 for one after a rain-ruined start to the series.
Jul 9, 12:21
 England's James Anderson hits a shot and is caught out by South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen on January 4, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 8
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 8, 22:39
 Ben Stokes is congratulated by England teammates on January 27, 2020
Rain affects first day of the Test between England and West Indies
Persistent rain meant only 17 overs were completed before an early tea break.
Jul 8, 16:08
 England's James Anderson hits a shot and is caught out by South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen on January 4, 2020
NHS worker reveals pride at James Anderson tribute
England displayed names of key workers, including nurse practitioner Tom Field, on their training shirts to honour their work in the Covid-19 crisis.
Jul 8, 14:56
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
England, West Indies players take a knee ahead of first Test
Two minutes' silence were also observed.
Jul 8, 13:37
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
England, West Indies players take early lunch due to rain
Persistent drizzle in Southampton has put back the return of international cricket.
Jul 8, 12:29
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Ben Stokes intends to skipper England 'in his own way'
Ben Stokes will cover regular captain Joe Root, who misses the first Test as he attends the birth of his second child.
Jul 8, 07:46
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates his century on January 17, 2020
Ben Stokes reveals message from Joe Root ahead of England captaincy bow
Ben Stokes will be skipper for the first Test against the West Indies, and Joe Root took the time to write a short note to his stand-in.
Jul 7, 17:57
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Jason Holder: 'England in capable hands with Ben Stokes'
Jason Holder has led the West Indies for nearly five years.
Jul 7, 16:55
 General view of the Old Trafford cricket ground during a rain delay on September 6, 2019
ECB chief Tom Harrison: Cricket faces "uncomfortable truths" over BLM movement
A game-wide anti-discrimination charter and code will be introduced.
Jul 7, 15:46
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Ben Stokes: England will show "gesture" towards BLM movement
The Durham man tiptoed around ICC rules on overt political statements but made clear the occasion would not go unmarked by England.
Jul 7, 13:52
 Jason Holder in action for West Indies on January 25, 2019
Ben Stokes vs. Jason Holder: A closer look at the world's top two all-rounders
The pair will go head to head this week when the first Test between England and West Indies gets under way in Southampton.
Jul 7, 09:46
 Jason Holder in action for West Indies on January 25, 2019
Phil Simmons challenges Jason Holder to win battle with Ben Stokes
The first Test between England and the West Indies takes place on Wednesday at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 6, 17:11
 Kemar Roach in action for West Indies on January 24, 2019
Kemar Roach backs Ben Stokes to shine as stand-in captain for Joe Root
England's top four will likely have just 39 caps between them.
Jul 5, 17:23
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
Andrew Strauss: 'Ben Stokes captaincy will be a proud moment for him'
The Durham all-rounder will take over temporarily from Joe Root.
Jul 2, 17:41
 Ian Poulter in action on March 16, 2019
Grape woes for Norris and Poulter shows his moves - Wednesday's sporting social
Chelsea also released their home kit for next season.
Jul 1, 17:24
 Ben Stokes is congratulated by England teammates on January 27, 2020
Newcomer James Bracey catches the eye in England's intra-squad match
Bracey, the uncapped Gloucestershire prospect, was one of the least well known players convened for a 30-man training camp.
Jul 1, 15:06
 Craig Overton during an England nets session on September 10, 2019
Craig Overton, James Bracey impress as England emerge from lockdown
Duo - and others - aiming to impress in Southampton contest.
Jul 1, 13:32
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