James Anderson in action on day one of the First Test of the Ashes on August 1, 2019
Stuart Broad: 'James Anderson distraught about Ashes injury'
Anderson managed just four overs against Australia before leaving the field with a calf injury.
Aug 1, 20:08
Steve Smith celebrates his century on the opening day of the Ashes
Steve Smith ton salvages hope for Australia on opening day
Smith made 144 out of Australia's 284 all out at Edgbaston.
Aug 1, 18:27
Stuart Broad celebrates the early wicket of David Warner on day one of the First Test of the Ashes on August 1, 2019
Stuart Broad bags early wickets to leave Australia three down by lunch
Australia reached 83 for three at lunch.
Aug 1, 13:02
England captain Joe Root pictured before the 2019 Ashes opener on July 31, 2019
Ashes: Five talking points ahead of first Test
Here, PA looks at the key issues heading into the opener.
Jul 31, 15:26
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
Wins, parties in the stand and the greatest Test - why England love Edgbaston
The venue seems to come hand in hand with success for England.
Jul 30, 11:39
Stuart Broad in action for England on July 27, 2019
Harmison: 'Anderson, Broad will be key to Ashes triumph'
The first Test begins at Edgbaston on Thursday.
Jul 28, 14:15
Jason Roy in action for England on June 30, 2019
England's Ashes squad revealed: The key talking points
England are looking to regain the urn when the series begins at Edgbaston next week.
Jul 27, 12:16
Jofra Archer in action for England on June 21, 2019
Jofra Archer in England squad for Ashes opener
Stokes reappointed as vice-captain for Thursday's First Test against Australia at Edgbaston.
Jul 27, 12:14
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
Steve Waugh: 'James Anderson, Stuart Broad a threat at Ashes'
The former Australia captain believes the veteran bowlers could play a big part for England in the upcoming series.
Jul 25, 06:55
Jason Roy in action for England on June 30, 2019
Jason Roy, Olly Stone to make England Test debuts
Roy will open with Surrey team-mate Rory Burns while Stone deputises for the injured James Anderson.
Jul 23, 13:36
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
James Anderson ruled out of Ireland Test
England's record wicket-taker sits out due to a calf injury and will be monitored ahead of the Ashes.
Jul 23, 10:29
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
James Anderson: Tough act to follow for Ashes series after thrilling World Cup win
The first Test starts at Edgbaston on August 1.
Jul 21, 11:59
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
James Anderson hoping to prove Ashes fitness in historic Ireland Test
England's all-time leading wicket-taker suffered a calf injury earlier this month.
Jul 19, 20:31
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
Injured Anderson a doubt for the Ashes
The seamer will be hoping to prove his fitness ahead of the first Test against Australia which starts on August 1.
Jul 7, 12:33
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
England waiting on result of James Anderson injury scan
The bowler will have a scan on Friday after picking up a calf problem playing for Lancashire.
Jul 4, 13:39
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
James Anderson hopeful calf injury will not scupper Ashes hopes
The England bowler limped off during Lancashire's County Championship clash against Durham.
Jul 3, 22:20
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Essex dominate day three to close in on third successive victory
Nick Browne (163) and Ravi Bopara (135) both struck centuries.
Jul 2, 20:47
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
James Anderson suffers injury blow ahead of Ashes
The 36-year-old stretched and attempted to run in three times to shake off the problem.
Jul 2, 12:54
Joe Root in action for England on February 11, 2019
Joe Root falls just short of second successive century for Yorkshire
Plenty of runs were scored across the country on the first day of the second round of the Championship.
Apr 11, 19:35
James Anderson in action for England on February 12, 2019
James Anderson: 'Ten teams could reach World Cup semis'
England have risen to the top of the ODI rankings and are favourites to finally clinch a maiden 50-over global crown.
Apr 3, 18:36
England players celebrate after winning the third Test against West Indies on February 12, 2019
England end Test tour of West Indies with resounding victory
The West Indies had already sealed the series by winning the first two Tests.
Feb 12, 20:59
England bowler James 'Jimmy' Anderson appeals for a wicket against West Indies on January 23, 2019
England close in on third Test victory against West Indies
The hosts reached 136 for six at Tea on day four in pursuit of a notional 485.
Feb 12, 18:59
England bowler James 'Jimmy' Anderson appeals for a wicket against West Indies on January 23, 2019
James Anderson's triple strike puts West Indies in deep trouble
The home side trail England by 450 runs.
Feb 12, 16:21
Kemar Roach in action for West Indies on January 24, 2019
Roach runs riot as England collapse
The tourists were skittled for 77 as the West Indies opened up a 339-run lead in Barbados.
Jan 24, 21:55
Kemar Roach in action for West Indies on January 24, 2019
Memories of years gone by as England crumble in the Caribbean
Tourists all out for 77
Jan 24, 18:49
England's Keaton Jennings loses his wicket on January 24, 2019
Jennings falls early but another Anderson five-for has England on top
The seamer drew level with another record from Sir Ian Botham.
Jan 24, 16:18
England bowler James 'Jimmy' Anderson appeals for a wicket against West Indies on January 23, 2019
Anderson convinced he and Broad have more to offer
The Lancashire seamer took four West Indies wickets while his fellow veteran watched from the team balcony.
Jan 23, 22:43
James Anderson in action for England on November 7, 2018
West Indies itching to beat us, warns Anderson
Series begins on Wednesday when Bridgetown in Barbados plays host to the first Test.
Jan 20, 18:00
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Stuart Broad takes hat-trick as England enjoy fine day in the Caribbean
The tourists suffered an injury blow with Olly Stone ruled out of the Tests.
Jan 16, 21:00
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Stuart Broad claims hat-trick as England bowlers shine in Barbados
The home side were 131 for 11 at the tea interval.
Jan 16, 19:10
Geraint Thomas pictured in August 2018
Geraint Thomas beats Lewis Hamilton and Harry Kane to BBC SPOTY crown
The Tour de France champion becomes the fourth cyclist to win the prize in the last decade.
Dec 16, 21:54
Joe Root celebrates reaching a century for England on November 16, 2018
Root aims to finish 2018 with a flourish
England could claim an overseas series whitewash if they beat Sri Lanka in the third Test.
Nov 22, 09:37
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Broad and Bairstow return for England
Record wicket-taker Anderson will make way for his longstanding new-ball partner.
Nov 21, 10:14
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
Stuart Broad to replace James Anderson for England's third Test in Colombo
Broad will make his first Test appearance on the tour of Sri Lanka as England aim to complete a series whitewash.
Nov 21, 08:15
Stuart Broad in action for England on September 8, 2018
5 players England could bring in as they chase series whitewash in Sri Lanka
Joe Root's side have won the opening two Tests in Galle and Kandy with an unchanged XI.
Nov 20, 12:47
Stuart Broad and James Anderson celebrate taking the wicket of AB de Villiers on day three of the second Test between South Africa and England on January 4, 2016
Sri Lanka scoreboard takes familiar tone with England team
Several players were referred to by their first names.
Nov 14, 10:25
Joe Root in action during the first day of the second Test between England and India on August 1, 2018
Can England end wait for Test series win in Sri Lanka?
England have made the trip to Sri Lanka without long-time opener Alastair Cook, but can the team find a way to record their first Test-series in the country since 2001?
Sep 26, 10:38
Virat Kohli during the second day of the second Test between England and India on August 2, 2018
India complete win over England in third Test match
India require just 10 minutes to wrap up a 203-run victory over England on the final day of the third Test match at Trent Bridge.
Aug 22, 10:18
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Virat Kohli just short of century as India edge first day of third Test against England
Virat Kohli falls three runs short of a century as India edged day one of the third Test against England after being put in to bat.
Aug 18, 18:20
Chris Woakes celebrates his maiden Test century against India on August 11, 2018
England take apart India at Lord's to extend series lead
England cruise to victory against India in their rain-affected second Test at Lord's to open up a 2-0 series lead.
Aug 12, 17:35
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