New Zealand's Tim Southee celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Bracey on June 5, 2021
England vs. New Zealand roundup: Burns battles back as Southee stars
Ollie Robinson has impacted his debut Test with bat and ball but there was no such good news for James Bracey or Dan Lawrence.
Jun 5, 19:30
 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 congratulates Devon Conway during the clash with England on June 3, 2021
Devon Conway stars but England fight back at Lord's
Mark Wood and Ollie Robinson starred with the ball as the home side responded on day two.
Jun 3, 20:48
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Ollie Robinson praised for resilience by Graham Thorpe
The England seamer faces an investigation over his historical tweets of a racist and sexist nature.
Jun 3, 20:47
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Devon Conway provides double century but England are back in contention
The New Zealand batsman marked his debut by scoring 200 as the tourists made 378 at Lord's.
Jun 3, 18:11
 New Zealand's Tim Southee congratulates Devon Conway during the clash with England on June 3, 2021
Devon Conway double century hands New Zealand control
The hosts lost two early wickets in reply.
Jun 3, 15:47
 England's Mark Wood pictured on June 3, 2021
Mark Wood leads England recovery against New Zealand
The pair were instrumental as New Zealand lurched from 288 for three to 294 for seven.
Jun 3, 12:38
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
A look at Ollie Robinson's career amid ECB investigation
The England debutant should have been discussing an encouraging debut display against New Zealand.
Jun 3, 12:30
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Ollie Robinson apologises for historical racist and sexist tweets
The 27-year-old made his Test debut at Lord's on Wednesday.
Jun 2, 18:40
 New Zealand's Devon Conway pictured on June 2, 2021
Devon Conway hits debut century for New Zealand
Ollie Robinson marked his England bow with two for 50.
Jun 2, 18:22
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Ollie Robinson, Devon Conway excel at Lord's
Ollie Robinson took two wickets for England and New Zealand batsman Conway was unbeaten on 71 at tea.
Jun 2, 15:29
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Ollie Robinson crowns England debut with first Test wicket
The Sussex seamer was making his first international appearance alongside wicketkeeper James Bracey.
Jun 2, 13:22
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Ollie Robinson, James Bracey handed England debuts
James Anderson makes his 161st Test appearance in a four-man seam attack.
Jun 2, 10:44
 New Zealand's Ross Taylor celebrates his century on December 3, 2019
Ross Taylor aiming to use Stuart Broad knowledge to NZ's advantage
The first Test gets under way at Lord's on Wednesday.
Jun 1, 09:58
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Ollie Robinson feels ready for Test debut
Ollie Robinson is one of county cricket's most prolific performers, with 279 first-class wickets at an average of 21.04.
May 30, 15:39
 England head coach Chris Silverwood before the press conference on October 10, 2019
England name Ollie Robinson and James Bracey in squad for New Zealand Test
James Bracey is included primarily as a top-order option but will also act as cover for wicketkeeper Ben Foakes.
May 18, 14:08
 England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Stuart Broad: 'Ed Smith probably did not rate me'
Stuart Broad stands seventh on the all-time list of Test wicket-takers with 517 and is second only to his long-time partner James Anderson among Englishmen.
May 17, 17:50
 England head coach Chris Silverwood before the press conference on October 10, 2019
England's IPL contingent expected to miss New Zealand Test
The players returning from India will come out of quarantine less than a fortnight before the Lord's opener.
May 14, 17:52
 Ashley Giles pictured in March 2014
Ashley Giles paves way for "new faces" in New Zealand series
Ashley Giles suggested players who recently returned from the postponed Indian Premier League into quarantine may be eased back into action gently.
May 10, 12:15
 Haseeb Hameed pictured for England in November 2016
Five county players pushing for spots in Chris Silverwood's England team
The opening rounds of the County Championship have given England head coach Chris Silverwood some food for thought.
Apr 26, 13:14
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Cricket roundup: Ollie Robinson stars as Sussex beat Glamorgan
The visitors passed their target of 154 to win thanks to unbeaten half-centuries from Aaron Thomason and Tom Clark.
Apr 18, 19:26
 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
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Ollie Robinson: 'I have learned from James Anderson, Stuart Broad'
The 27-year-old spent last summer travelling, netting, chatting and watching two all-time greats in James Anderson and Stuart Broad.
Mar 31, 21:22
 England bowler Jofra Archer pictured on July 12, 2020
Jofra Archer recalled to England squad for third Test against Pakistan
Sam Curran makes way for his return.
Aug 21, 10:15
 England's James Anderson pictured in August 2020
Sam Curran claims James Anderson doubters 'are not very sensible'
The 38-year-old took two for 35 on a rain-affected first day of the second Test.
Aug 13, 18:59
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
Sam Curran preferred to Jofra Archer for second Test against Pakistan
All-rounder Sam Curran is preferred against Pakistan due to his superior batting, says captain Joe Root.
Aug 13, 10:00
 England's James Anderson pictured in August 2020
Joe Root backs James Anderson to rediscover his best form with England
Captain maintains his belief in record wicket-taker ahead of second Test against Pakistan.
Aug 13, 07:37
 England's James Anderson pictured in August 2020
Joe Root tips James Anderson to star for England
Seam bowler James Anderson is closing in on his 600th wicket and captain Joe Root wants to unleash him against Pakistan.
Aug 12, 17:52
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Uncapped Ollie Robinson named in England squad for second Test
Ben Stokes is the only name missing from last week's three-wicket victory at Emirates Old Trafford.
Aug 12, 12:44
 Tom Abell pictured in September 2018
Sussex beat Hampshire to become first side to register win in Bob Willis Trophy
Somerset and Yorkshire are also closing in on opening-round victories.
Aug 3, 18:50
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Kent's Heino Kuhn hits century as Essex struggle
County cricket returned to England on Saturday.
Aug 1, 18:45
 Amar Virdi pictured in June 2017
Five players to watch as county cricket returns
After a long delay, domestic cricket will start this weekend for these bright prospects.
Jul 31, 13:27
 Moeen Ali in action for England on November 6, 2018
Moeen Ali among England training group for West Indies series
The group will convene at the Ageas Bowl on June 23.
Jun 17, 13:57
 England's Joe Root celebrates reaching his half century on January 26, 2020
England name 55-man training group ahead of summer schedule
A total of 55 players have been invited to work under ECB guidance in the coming weeks.
May 29, 13:46
 Haseeb Hameed pictured for England in November 2016
Five county cricketers we were looking forward to watching in 2020
Domestic cricket is on an unexpected hiatus, leaving these up-and-coming players on the shelf.
Mar 26, 16:28
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Simon Harmer spins Essex closer to reclaiming County Championship title
Essex's win over Surrey has them on the verge of a second County Championship title in three years
Sep 18, 18:44
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Ollie Robinson signs new Sussex contract
Young all-rounder Ollie Robinson signs a three-year contract with County Championship side Sussex.
Oct 20, 11:53
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