England's Rory Burns takes a catch to dismiss New Zealand's Henry Nicholls on June 6, 2021
England reach 56 for two chasing 273 on final day of first Test
The Lord's encounter looks to be heading for a draw.
Jun 6, 15:21
 New Zealand's Tim Southee celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Bracey on June 5, 2021
England's Rory Burns hits back after Tim Southee masterclass
New Zealand seamer Tim Southee had England in trouble with six for 43 but Burns' century made the draw the favourite with a day remaining.
Jun 5, 18:43
 New Zealand's Tim Southee celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Bracey on June 5, 2021
New Zealand on top against England despite Rory Burns century
Tim Southee's six wickets gave the tourists the upper hand.
Jun 5, 16:04
 New Zealand's Tim Southee celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Bracey on June 5, 2021
Tim Southee takes three wickets as England collapse against New Zealand
Tim Southee used his guile and a hint of movement to snare Ollie Pope, Dan Lawrence and debutant James Bracey.
Jun 5, 13:28
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
New Zealand coach Shane Jurgensen relishing Root-De Grandhomme battle
Colin de Grandhomme claimed the crucial wicket of Joe Root in the 2019 World Cup final.
Jun 4, 18:03
 England's Mark Wood pictured on June 3, 2021
England thwarted by rain on day three of New Zealand Test
The home side were waiting to resume on 111 for two in reply to New Zealand's 378.
Jun 4, 15:34
 New Zealand's Tim Southee congratulates Devon Conway during the clash with England on June 3, 2021
Bad weather derails England's reply in New Zealand Test
When play does get under way, the hosts will resume on 111 for two.
Jun 4, 12:31
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root challenges England to complete clean sweep in New Zealand, India Tests
Two Tests against the Black Caps this month are followed by five against India in August and September.
Jun 1, 17:47
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
England and New Zealand to share "moment of unity" before first Test
England and New Zealand will share 'moment of unity' ahead of first Test.
Jun 1, 17:42
 England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
The big talking points ahead of England's Tests with New Zealand
The two-Test series concludes at Edgbaston next week.
Jun 1, 14:20
 England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Stuart Broad appointed England vice-captain for first New Zealand Test
James Bracey is set for his international bow at Lord's.
Jun 1, 13:45
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root throws support behind plans for women's Hundred kickoff
The England men's Test captain will play for the Trent Rockets.
May 31, 17:44
 England's Jofra Archer in action against India on March 18, 2021
The key questions surrounding Jofra Archer's elbow injury
The England fast bowler has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series with New Zealand.
May 17, 13:26
 New Zealand's Neil Wagner celebrates the wicket of India's Zaheer Khan during day four of the international cricket Test match between New Zealand and India played at Eden Park in Auckland on February 9, 2014
Neil Wagner: 'New Zealand will not treat England Test as a warm-up'
The Kiwis are due to take on Joe Root's side in a two-match series at Lord's and Edgbaston.
May 17, 10:42
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Keith Barker-inspired Hampshire storm to victory over Middlesex
Barker returned an impressive 84 in the first innings, his highest score for the county.
May 15, 20:42
 Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton after qualifying in pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix on May 8, 2021
Saturday's sporting social: Lewis Hamilton hailed following 100th pole position
The PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from May 8.
May 8, 17:18
 Manchester United's Edinson Cavani celebrates scoring against Roma in the Europa League on May 6, 2021
Friday's sporting social: Manchester United look forward to Europa League final
United clinched their spot in the Europa League final on Thursday night.
May 7, 18:00
 Ed Sheeran performing Afterglow
Thursday's sporting social: Root's naughty shades and Sheeran sponsors Ipswich
Harry Kane was also announced as an EFL shirt sponsor for next season.
May 6, 17:17
 Ex-England cricketer Mike Gatting talking on April 7, 2008
Mike Gatting urges England to resolve top-order batting issues
England suffered a series of low scores in their recent Test series defeat to India.
Apr 30, 18:26
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Yorkshire's Joe Root out for five as Sussex launch fightback
The England captain was dismissed for just five at Hove.
Apr 23, 19:59
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Cricket roundup: Joe Root out cheaply as Sussex seize upper hand against Yorkshire
Yorkshire were dismissed for 150 having been 60 without loss.
Apr 22, 19:26
 England's Ollie Pope celebrates his century on January 17, 2020
Ollie Pope hits 245 as Surrey take control against Leicestershire
England batsmen Ollie Pope and Joe Root hit red-ball centuries for their county.
Apr 17, 19:45
 England spinner Scott Borthwick tosses the ball up during a training session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), in Melbourne on December 25, 2013
Cricket roundup: Scott Borthwick hits century against Essex
Essex fell apart on the opening day of their County Championship clash with Durham.
Apr 15, 19:27
 Dom Bess in action for England on January 18, 2020
Dom Bess can only see "massive positives" from time with England
Dom Bess says he knows what he has 'got to do now to have a successful international career'.
Apr 12, 10:26
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root overshadowed by younger brother Billy against Glamorgan
The visitors closed the second day with the upper hand at Headingley.
Apr 9, 18:46
 Dan Lawrence in action for Essex Eagles in September 2019
Dan Lawrence helps Essex make strong start in Championship
There were big hundreds for Sam Robson, Tom Haines and James Vince.
Apr 8, 19:00
 England head coach Chris Silverwood before the press conference on October 10, 2019
England coach Chris Silverwood remains upbeat after ODI defeat
Chris Silverwood spent almost three full months on one of the most restrictive away trips ever undertaken.
Mar 29, 13:57
 England's Jonny Bairstow celebrates against India on March 26, 2021
England's player ratings from the ODI series against India
How England's players rated in the ODI series against India
Mar 29, 10:11
 England's Eoin Morgan pictured against Pakistan on August 30, 2020
England's Eoin Morgan hails "extremely productive tour"
England tackle India in three one-day internationals in Pune starting on Tuesday.
Mar 22, 12:34
 Dawid Malan pictured for England against South Africa in December 2020
England back Dawid Malan to rediscover heroic T20 form
The 33-year-old has failed to get going against India with 80 runs in total and at a less-than-explosive rate of 103.89.
Mar 19, 16:11
 Adil Rashid pictured for England on September 8, 2020
England's Adil Rashid admits Test return has not crossed his mind
The leg-spinner played the last of his 19 Tests more than two years ago.
Mar 13, 14:40
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root insists England will learn from India defeat
An innings defeat in Ahmedabad rounded off a 3-1 series loss.
Mar 6, 14:26
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
India vs. England Day 3: Tourists crumble as India ease to 3-1 series win
Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel continued their outright domination of England and helped seal a 3-1 series win.
Mar 6, 12:21
 India batsman Rishabh Pant pictured in September 2018
India ease to 3-1 series victory over England
Joe Root's men had no answers.
Mar 6, 10:58
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
England crumble as India take firm grip on fourth Test
The tourists were reduced to 30 for four having conceded a first-innings lead of 160.
Mar 6, 09:02
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
England left to rue familiar failings against India on day one
The tourists surprised many by selecting James Anderson as their only frontline seamer.
Mar 4, 13:12
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
Jonny Bairstow, Ben Stokes steady England against India
England unveiled a surprising team selection for the fourth Test.
Mar 4, 08:17
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root: 'England need to be a bit braver in final Test'
The tourists will be hoping to level the series at 2-2 when they start the final match in Ahmedabad.
Mar 2, 22:09
 Zak Crawley walks off after losing his wicket against Pakistan on August 22, 2020
Zak Crawley calls on England to be "more proactive" against India spinners
Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel have run riot in helpful conditions.
Mar 2, 15:58
 Jonathan Trott pictured batting in July 2018
Jonathan Trott: 'England's batsmen cannot get too desperate'
The duo have taken a combined 42 wickets in the series so far.
Feb 27, 14:36
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