Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Ed Smith: 'No doors closed for Joe Root despite T20 omission'
The Test captain is absent from the squad to face Australia in the shortest format, while David Willey is unlucky once more.
Aug 31, 15:48
 England's Jason Roy is dismissed on September 8, 2019
England opener Jason Roy left out of limited-overs squads to face Australia
Wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler plus fast bowlers Jofra Archer and Mark Wood are included in the squad.
Aug 31, 14:09
 Zack Crawley in action for England against Pakistan on August 21, 2020
Zak Crawley hits half-century on opening morning of third Test against Pakistan
He was unbeaten on 53 at lunch.
Aug 21, 12:26
 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
 Pakistan's Mohammad Abbas and Mohammad Rizwan in action against England on August 14, 2020
England frustrated by weather and Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan
Just over 40 overs were possible on day two, with Pakistan's first innings on 223 for nine when stumps were called prematurely.
Aug 14, 17:45
 Pakistan's Mohammad Abbas and Mohammad Rizwan in action against England on August 14, 2020
Mohammad Rizwan stars as Pakistan frustrate England
Mohammad Rizwan emerged from a previously low-key knock to post 53 not out, leading Mohammad Abbas in an unbroken ninth-wicket stand of 39.
Aug 14, 16:01
 Babar Azam pictured for Pakistan against England in August 2020
England frustrated by Pakistan after rain delays start
The first session lasted just an hour.
Aug 14, 12:54
 James Anderson and Jos Butler pictured for England against Pakistan in August 2020
Sam Curran backs "world-class" James Anderson to perform in second Test
Anderson registered figures of two for 35 on day one.
Aug 14, 07:53
 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
 James Anderson and Jos Butler pictured for England against Pakistan in August 2020
Old hands steer England into the ascendancy against Pakistan
James Anderson, Stuart Broad and Chris Woakes were all among the wickets as the hosts reduced Pakistan to 126 for five on day one of the second Test.
Aug 13, 17:49
 England's James Anderson celebrates taking the wicket of Pakistan's Babar Azam on August 6, 2020
James Anderson makes his mark as dropped catches and rain hamper England
Pakistan lost only two wickets before rain arrived in Southampton.
Aug 13, 15:53
 England's James Anderson pictured in August 2020
James Anderson strikes early before two dropped catches cost England
The hosts dropped two chances.
Aug 13, 12:18
 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 Stuart Broad pictured on July 25, 2020
England vs. Pakistan: A comparison between Stuart Broad and Mohammad Abbas
Stuart Broad took his 500th Test wicket last month.
Aug 4, 18:51
 England batsman Ben Stokes pictured against West Indies on July 19, 2020
Joe Root wary of Ben Stokes' willingness to "put his body on the line"
The all-rounder is recovering from a quad injury which has impacted his bowling workload.
Aug 4, 16:32
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
How England's players fared in Test series win over West Indies
Ben Stokes led the way again in England's 2-1 series win.
Jul 29, 07:18
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root to take time over England bowling selection dilemma
After rotating options throughout the West Indies series, England are likely to begin the Pakistan series with some familiar questions.
Jul 28, 18:41
 England batsmen Ollie Pope and Jos Buttler in action during the third Test against West Indies on July 24, 2020
Ollie Pope, Jos Buttler put England back in command against West Indies
Ollie Pope's partnership with Jos Buttler helped England reach 258 for four by the close.
Jul 24, 18:52
 Jofra Archer in action for England on November 30, 2019
Chris Silverwood: 'Jofra Archer will be glad to be back involved'
England will likely pick three from Jofra Archer, James Anderson, Stuart Broad, Mark Wood, Sam Curran and Chris Woakes.
Jul 21, 17:29
 England bowler Jofra Archer pictured in November 2019
Jofra Archer cleared to rejoin England squad ahead of third Test with West Indies
The bowler is back in contention after his dramatic omission last week.
Jul 21, 08:43
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates his century on January 17, 2020
Ben Stokes takes centre stage again as England level series with West Indies
Ben Stokes backed up his first-innings 176 with an adrenaline-fuelled 78 not out and picked up two important wickets to seal a 113-run victory.
Jul 20, 17:54
 Joe Root mounts Ben Stokes after the wicket of Steve Smith falls on September 15, 2019
Ben Stokes strikes another crucial blow to leave England needing five wickets
West Indies reached tea at 137 for five on the final day of the second Test.
Jul 20, 15:38
 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
 A general shot of Old Trafford during a rain delay on July 18, 2020
England frustrated by rain on day three of second West Indies Test
Bad weather at Emirates Old Trafford halted the home side's push after a second day declaration.
Jul 18, 13:39
 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
 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
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 3
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 3, 22:39
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
England enjoy positive final day of warm-up for West Indies Test
The game between Team Stokes and Team Buttler ended in a draw.
Jul 3, 19:19
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
England all-rounder Sam Curran tests negative for coronavirus
Surrey man had been feeling unwell.
Jul 3, 15:25
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
Sam Curran tests negative for coronavirus
Sam Curran felt unwell on Wednesday night and was instructed to self-isolate in his room.
Jul 3, 13:15
 Rory Burns in action for England on December 29, 2019
Rory Burns sees hopes of a big score foiled by Moeen Ali
The Surrey opener is hoping to regain his spot in the England Test team after an ankle injury.
Jul 3, 12:42
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on July 2
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the sports world.
Jul 2, 22:39
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
Sam Curran coronavirus scare overshadows England's intra-squad clash
The all-rounder has been tested for Covid-19 after feeling unwell overnight.
Jul 2, 17:42
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
England's Sam Curran self-isolating after coronavirus test
Sam Curran experienced sickness and diarrhoea during Wednesday night.
Jul 2, 17:03
 Dan Lawrence in action for Essex Eagles in September 2019
Newcomers James Bracey, Dan Lawrence steal the show in intra-squad clash
It was 'Team Stokes' against 'Team Buttler' at the Ageas Bowl.
Jul 1, 18:25
 Tom Curran and his haircut in action for England on May 17, 2019
Tom and Sam Curran embracing lockdown as chance to rest
The Sam Currans should have now been at the Indian Premier League, Tom with Rajasthan Royals and Sam at Chennai Super Kings.
Apr 14, 17:11
 England's Stuart Broad in action on January 25, 2020
Stuart Broad sits out warm-up but will lead England attack in first Test
The tourists begin a four-day first-class match against a President's XI in Colombo on Thursday.
Mar 11, 18:59
 Sam Curran in action for England on January 19, 2020
Sam Curran confident of turning commanding lead into victory in South Africa
Mark Wood has claimed eight wickets since returning to the side.
Jan 26, 17:45
 England's Joe Root celebrates taking the wicket of South Africa's Pieter Malan on January 19, 2020
Joe Root takes four wickets as England close in on victory
With a lead of 188, only further rain can realistically prevent England taking a 2-1 series lead.
Jan 19, 17:14
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