England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
England's James Anderson ready for India Tests despite 'not ideal' preparation
James Anderson and new-ball partner Stuart Broad have been short of meaningful competition in recent weeks.
Aug 3, 12:42
England's Jason Roy in action against India on March 14, 2021
Jason Roy cools World Cup talk after Pakistan victory
Pundit and Test bowler Stuart Broad tipped England for victory this October after their last-over success at Old Trafford.
Jul 20, 22:32
Kevin O'Brien of Ireland celebrates getting the wicket of Sean Williams of Zimbabwe during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup match between Zimbabwe and Ireland at Bellerive Oval on March 7, 2015
Ireland's Kevin O'Brien announces retirement from ODI's
The 37-year-old Dubliner is best remembered for his stunning World Cup century in the win over England in 2011.
Jun 18, 12:19
England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
A look at how Stuart Broad became one of the world's best ever bowlers
The England star is one of only seven players in the history of the game to reach 500 Test wickets.
Jun 17, 07:17
England head coach Chris Silverwood before the press conference on October 10, 2019
Chris Silverwood laments England performance as "not good enough"
The game was all but lost by stumps with the scoreboard reading 122 for nine.
Jun 12, 19:15
New Zealand's Tom Blundell in action against England on June 12, 2021
England struggle as New Zealand assume control of second Test
A last-wicket partnership had earlier helped hand the Black Caps a handy lead.
Jun 12, 15:02
New Zealand's Tom Blundell in action against England on June 12, 2021
New Zealand steam ahead as England falter in the field
The Black Caps were 74 behind at the start of play and 23 ahead as they reached lunch on 326 for five.
Jun 12, 12:26
New Zealand's Trent Boult celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Anderson on June 11, 2021
Cricket roundup: England rue Devon Conway decision as New Zealand take charge
An unexpected breakthrough off the final ball of the day raising the home side's flagging spirits.
Jun 11, 20:01
New Zealand's Trent Boult celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Anderson on June 11, 2021
England coach Jon Lewis bemoans Devon Conway decision
The tourists would have been 32 for two in the 10th over had the on-field umpires given Devon Conway out when he edged Stuart Broad to third slip.
Jun 11, 20:00
New Zealand's Trent Boult celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Anderson on June 11, 2021
New Zealand frustrate England during action-packed second Test
The tourists closed just 74 behind on 229 for three - with an unexpected breakthrough off the final ball of the day raising the home side's flagging.
Jun 11, 18:39
New Zealand's Trent Boult celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Anderson on June 11, 2021
England rue Devon Conway decision as New Zealand respond
Conway appeared to be caught out when on 22 but he was given not out and ended the afternoon session on 78.
Jun 11, 15:36
New Zealand's Trent Boult celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's James Anderson on June 11, 2021
Dan Lawrence misses century as New Zealand dismiss England for 303
Stuart Broad dismissed Tom Latham as New Zealand reached lunch on 43 for one in reply.
Jun 11, 12:53
England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
James Anderson reflects on nervy 2003 England debut
The fast bowler is preparing to unseat Sir Alastair Cook as England's most capped Test cricketer.
Jun 8, 13:12
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
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'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
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
England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
How does James Anderson compare to England's all-time greats?
The Lancastrian is set to don the England whites for a 161st time when the first Test against New Zealand begins at Lord's on Wednesday.
Jun 1, 09:58
Trent Boult in action for New Zealand on June 29, 2019
New Zealand's Trent Boult expected to miss England series
Trent Boult will only arrive in the UK on Friday and the priority now is to make sure he is fit and firing for the historic game against India.
May 31, 16:00
England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
On This Day: James Anderson takes 400th Test wicket
The seamer had Kiwi opener Martin Guptill caught by Ian Bell at second slip.
May 29, 07:54
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Cricket roundup: Luke Fletcher stars for Nottinghamshire
The bowlers impressed in a convincing home success at Trent Bridge.
May 23, 20:39
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
Cameron Bancroft is caught out on day one of the First Test of the Ashes on August 1, 2019
Cricket Australia asks Bancroft for new information about sandpaper scandal
Cameron Bancroft was banned for nine months for his role in the ball-tampering plot that plunged Australian cricket into crisis.
May 17, 17:50
England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
On This Day: James Anderson takes 300th Test wicket
The seamer became just the fourth English bowler to reach 300 Test wickets during a 170-run victory over New Zealand.
May 17, 06:33
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
England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Stuart Broad: 'England on verge of something special'
Joe Root's side finished fourth in the WTC's inaugural league table.
May 12, 12:47
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Cricket roundup: Nottinghamshire in control against Essex
James Anderson removed Marnus Labuschagne cheaply.
May 6, 19:00
Alastair Cook pictured in September 2018
On This Day: Alastair Cook named England's new ODI captain
Alastair Cook replaced Andrew Strauss, who retired from one-day cricket, while Stuart Broad took over from Paul Collingwood.
May 5, 07:06
England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Stuart Broad stars in Nottinghamshire's first red-ball win since 2018
England's Stuart Broad was their chief inspiration on the decisive third day at Derby.
May 1, 19:50
Alastair Cook pictured in September 2018
Cricket roundup: Sir Alastair Cook scores first century of the year
Several current and former England players caught the eye on day one of the round four matches in the LV= Insurance County Championship.
Apr 29, 19:41
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ECB joins social media blackout in fight against racism
The boycott will run from 3pm on Friday to 11.59pm on Monday.
Apr 28, 17:54
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Premiership Rugby joins social media boycott
English rugby's top 12 clubs will join football and cricket in refusing to post on all platforms this weekend.
Apr 28, 17:31
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
House of Commons could debate social media boycott over racism
MP Julie Elliott wants Parliament to discuss the issues it raises.
Apr 28, 07:17
Harry Kane takes the knee on February 21, 2021
Adidas to join planned football social media boycott
Sportswear company adidas joins the show of solidarity against racism.
Apr 27, 17:38
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's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
How might England manage without Ben Stokes this summer?
All-rounder Ben Stokes faces up to 12 weeks out with a fractured finger.
Apr 16, 14:02
England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Stuart Broad supports proposed social media boycott
Some football teams and players have taken a break from social media.
Apr 11, 13:15
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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's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
India vs. England Day 2: Hosts in control despite Ben Stokes fightback
Rishabh Pant's remarkable century and the folly of England's imbalanced attack left India in full control.
Mar 5, 14:28
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