England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
Waqar Younis: 'Pakistan will look to take advantage of Ben Stokes absence'
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is heading to New Zealand for family reasons and will miss the second Test.
Aug 12, 13:15
 Dom Sibley pictured for England on August 8, 2020
Dom Sibley issues rallying cry to England batsmen in Ben Stokes absence
The opener is hoping England's top order can fire in the final two Tests against Pakistan.
Aug 11, 13:34
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
England name unchanged side for first Test against Pakistan
The three-Test series got under way in Manchester on Wednesday.
Aug 5, 10:47
 England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root: 'We must hit ground running against Pakistan'
Nagging uncertainty over Ben Stokes' recent quad injury means England will not know how to balance their side until the eleventh hour.
Aug 5, 07:32
 England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
Joe Root: 'England will make late decision on Ben Stokes selection'
It is not yet known how much of a role the all-rounder can be expected to play with the ball.
Aug 4, 15:11
 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 batsmen Ollie Pope and Jos Buttler in action during the third Test against West Indies on July 24, 2020
Ollie Pope pleased to get runs after 'difficult' time in lockdown
Ollie Pope ended the first day of the series decider at Emirates Old Trafford against the West Indies with 91 not out.
Jul 24, 18:59
 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
 England captain Joe Root is run out against West Indies on July 24, 2020
Joe Root gamble threatens to backfire as England batters struggle
A brilliant one-handed catch by Rahkeem Cornwall, left the hosts in need of a major score from Ollie Pope or Jos Buttler.
Jul 24, 15:18
 England captain Joe Root is run out against West Indies on July 24, 2020
Joe Root run out for 17 on opening morning of decisive third Test
Jofra Archer returned after missing the second Test for breaching the team's bio-security protocols.
Jul 24, 12:31
 England bowler Jofra Archer pictured on July 12, 2020
Jofra Archer back for England decider against West Indies
He missed the second Test after breaching the team's bio-security protocols
Jul 24, 11:38
 England players unsuccessfully appeal for a wicket against West Indies on July 19, 2020
England's follow-on hopes fading at tea against West Indies
The West Indies reached tea on 227 for four.
Jul 19, 15:34
 England's Ben Stokes walks off after losing his wicket on January 24, 2020
Dom Sibley, Ben Stokes take heat off absent Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer was excluded from the squad to face the West Indies after breaking coronavirus protocols to visit Brighton.
Jul 16, 18:57
 England's Dom Sibley reacts as he leaves the pitch after losing his wicket on January 16, 2020
Dom Sibley steadies the ship for England following loss of Rory Burns, Zak Crawley
Returning skipper Joe Root made 23.
Jul 16, 16:52
 England's Jos Buttler walks off after losing his wicket on November 25, 2019
Chris Silverwood: 'England want to give Jos Buttler the best chance to succeed'
Zak Crawley's impressive form may lead to Joe Denly being left out for the second Test against the West Indies.
Jul 13, 17:40
 Zak Crawley pictured on January 26, 2020
Zak Crawley confident England can overcome West Indies
All three results are possible, with England ending day four 248 for eight - a lead of 170 runs on a wearing pitch.
Jul 11, 18:40
 England's Ollie Pope trudges off after having his wicket taken against West Indies on July 9, 2020
Late wickets hand West Indies hope on penultimate day of first Test
Alzarri Joseph and Shannon Gabriel shared four wickets in the final hour to peg back England.
Jul 11, 18:26
 England's Ollie Pope trudges off after having his wicket taken against West Indies on July 9, 2020
England suffer top-order collapse on second morning against West Indies
The hosts had resumed on 35 for one after a rain-ruined start to the series.
Jul 9, 12:21
 England's Joe Denly and Rory Burns run against West Indies on July 8, 2020
England batsmen in the spotlight on day two of first Test
Only 17.4 overs were possible on day one in Southampton.
Jul 9, 07:58
 Kemar Roach in action for West Indies on January 24, 2019
Kemar Roach backs Ben Stokes to shine as stand-in captain for Joe Root
England's top four will likely have just 39 caps between them.
Jul 5, 17:23
 Zak Crawley pictured on January 26, 2020
Zak Crawley pushing for England Test place in West Indies series
The Kent batsman has won four Test caps.
Jun 25, 17:41
 Zak Crawley pictured on January 26, 2020
Zak Crawley hits century as England dominate Sri Lanka warm-up
Opening batsmen is shining at the top of the order.
Mar 12, 13:34
 Zak Crawley pictured on January 26, 2020
Zak Crawley excels with century in Sri Lanka warm-up
The 22-year-old made 105 in 145 deliveries.
Mar 12, 10:26
 Zak Crawley pictured on January 26, 2020
Zak Crawley the standout again as final prep match starts
Opening batsmen has been a stand-out.
Mar 12, 09:05
 England's Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley celebrate a century partnership on January 24, 2020
Zak Crawley feels ready to realise potential for England
The batsman top-scored in England's first warm-up match.
Mar 9, 12:33
 England's Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley celebrate a century partnership on January 24, 2020
Zak Crawley impresses as England batsmen spend valuable time at crease
England were 282 for five at tea on the final day of their tour match against a Sri Lanka Cricket Board XI.
Mar 9, 09:33
 Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Joe Root finds his rhythm early in Sri Lanka warm-up
Joe Root made 78 against the Sri Lanka Cricket President's XI as England reached tea at 213 for six in Katunayake.
Mar 7, 12:04
 England's Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley celebrate a century partnership on January 24, 2020
England make solid start against Sri Lanka Cricket President's XI
Zak Crawley and Dom Sibley put on an opening stand worth 52.
Mar 7, 08:54
 England's Dom Sibley reacts as he leaves the pitch after losing his wicket on January 16, 2020
Dom Sibley vows to 'embrace the challenge' on spinning pitches in Sri Lanka
The 24-year-old England opener has been playing cricket in New Zealand, South Africa and Australia over the winter.
Mar 6, 11:32
 Keaton Jennings in action for England on January 25, 2019
Keaton Jennings pleased with "healthy" competition for England openers slot
Keaton Jennings has previously excelled on the island.
Mar 3, 13:45
 Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Joe Root has one eye on Ashes after South Africa triumph
England wrapped up a 191-run win on day four of the final Test at the Wanderers in Johannesburg.
Jan 27, 18:28
 Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
Joe Root hails "squad effort" as England claim series win in South Africa
England wrapped up a 3-1 Test series victory with a 91-run win in Johannesburg on Monday.
Jan 27, 17:15
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 26, 2020
England decline to enforce follow-on in Johannesburg
The Proteas were dismissed for 183 in response to England's first-innings 400.
Jan 26, 14:36
 England's Stuart Broad in action on January 25, 2020
Last-wicket stand takes England to 400 in first innings
Mark Wood and Stuart Broad's last-wicket stand of 82 in just 50 balls really punished the Proteas.
Jan 25, 14:41
 England's Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley celebrate a century partnership on January 24, 2020
Preview: How might England respond to South Africa fightback on day two?
All eyes will be on the skies in the morning, with just almost 40 overs lost to rain on the opening day.
Jan 25, 09:07
 South Africa's Dane Paterson celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's Joe Denly on January 24, 2020
Recap: Day one of the fourth Test between England and South Africa
The last time England's top two put on three figures was back in 2016.
Jan 24, 18:26
 South Africa's Dane Paterson celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of England's Joe Denly on January 24, 2020
South Africa fight back with four wickets after bright England start
The pair were the first openers to do so in over three years.
Jan 24, 16:42
 England's Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley celebrate a century partnership on January 24, 2020
The numbers behind England's long wait for a century opening stand
The last time England surpassed three figures for the first wicket Sir Alastair Cook and Keaton Jennings put on 103 against India in December 2016.
Jan 24, 15:36
 England's Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley celebrate a century partnership on January 24, 2020
Zak Crawley, Dom Sibley build century partnership on first day
It marked the first three-figure partnership for England's top two since 2016.
Jan 24, 14:55
 Ben Stokes in action for England on January 16, 2020
Ben Stokes, Ollie Pope look to build on solid England start
The tourists will resume on 224 for four against South Africa in Port Elizabeth.
Jan 17, 07:06
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