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Ben Stokes was irrepressible on the second morning

Derek Pringle: Heroic Ben Stokes excavates pleasure from pain

Derek Pringle hails Ben Stokes’ remarkable spell at Trent Bridge, arguing England’s captain led by example with a herculean effort that dragged his side back into the Test...

England’s fielding has showed a marked improvement, exemplified by this Alice Capsey catch

Lauren Winfield-Hill: Excellent England showing all the right moves

Lauren Winfield-Hill believes England’s dominant Women’s T20 World Cup campaign has laid down a major marker, praising their composure, adaptability and improved fielding as they target a place...

Richard Clarke: It’s time to come out of retirement

Richard Clarke reflects on his father's avid club career, memories of his own playing days and the prospect of donning the whites once again.

James Rew perishes to the short ball with 10 minutes to go till the close on day two

Derek Pringle: Standing up to seamers is working for wicketkeepers

Derek Pringle explores the psychology behind wicketkeepers standing up to seamers, England’s struggles against New Zealand and the debate over Harry Brook’s captaincy credentials.

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England v New Zealand – Third Rothesay Test – Day Four – Trent Bridge

Ben Stokes orchestrates box office final act but leaves England in chaotic mess

Ben Stokes’ retirement leaves England at a crossroads. Dom Harris analyses Bazball’s collapse, New Zealand’s triumph and the decisions facing English cricket.

New Zealand players celebrate

Daryl Mitchell and New Zealand have put England to shame

Charbel Coorey analyses England’s 160-run defeat to New Zealand, with Daryl Mitchell’s measured innings exposing Bazball’s shortcomings.

Ben Stokes and Harry Brook

Ben Stokes backs Harry Brook as ‘natural’ choice to succeed him as England captain

Ben Stokes has backed Harry Brook to replace him as England’s Test captain, insisting it is a “natural progression” for his deputy.

Outgoing captain Ben Stokes watched from the balcony as England’s defeat was confirmed

England well beaten by New Zealand as Ben Stokes era ends on a low note

Ben Stokes saw his international career end in defeat, watching from the balcony as his England side surrendered the series decider against New Zealand to mark the end...

County NewsMore County News

Usama Mir is looking to help Worcestershire Rapids to Finals Day

Usama Mir opens up on Pakistan exit after sealing Worcestershire future

For Usama Mir, his three-year contract with Worcestershire in 2025 represented far more than job security – it was an escape from a system which he believes failed...

Liam Patterson-White spun Nottinghamshire back into pole position

County Championship: Division One review – Nottinghamshire back on top and Hampshire upset Sussex

County Championship Division One produced a packed round of fixtures between 19–22 June before the competition paused for the Vitality Blast break.

Ben Stokes turned out for Durham in their table top clash with Northamptonshire

County Championship: Division Two review – Durham go 32 points clear

County Championship Division Two produced another dramatic round of fixtures between 19–22 June before the competition paused for the Vitality Blast break.

Kyle Abbott has been Hampshire’s guiding light this season

Kyle Abbott has Hampshire on cloud nine as he picks up the County Championship Player of the Round

Veteran seamer Kyle Abbott has been named Rothesay County Championship Player of the Round after his spectacular nine-wicket match haul saw relegation-threatened Hampshire upset title challengers Sussex by...

EnglandMore England

England v New Zealand – Third Rothesay Test – Day Four – Trent Bridge

Ben Stokes orchestrates box office final act but leaves England in chaotic mess

Ben Stokes’ retirement leaves England at a crossroads. Dom Harris analyses Bazball’s collapse, New Zealand’s triumph and the decisions facing English cricket.

New Zealand players celebrate

Daryl Mitchell and New Zealand have put England to shame

Charbel Coorey analyses England’s 160-run defeat to New Zealand, with Daryl Mitchell’s measured innings exposing Bazball’s shortcomings.

Ben Stokes and Harry Brook

Ben Stokes backs Harry Brook as ‘natural’ choice to succeed him as England captain

Ben Stokes has backed Harry Brook to replace him as England’s Test captain, insisting it is a “natural progression” for his deputy.

Outgoing captain Ben Stokes watched from the balcony as England’s defeat was confirmed

England well beaten by New Zealand as Ben Stokes era ends on a low note

Ben Stokes saw his international career end in defeat, watching from the balcony as his England side surrendered the series decider against New Zealand to mark the end...

InternationalMore International

Ireland celebrate a historic win

Ireland beat India in historic T20I win

Ireland made history in Belfast, defeating India for the first time in a T20I, toppling the reigning world champions by 34 runs.

Nat Sciver-Brunt and Danni Wyatt-Hodge propelled England to a record T20 World Cup total

Danni Wyatt-Hodge stars as England defeat Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup opener

England opener Danni Wyatt-Hodge struck a fabulous unbeaten 105 not out as England were much too strong for Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on the opening night of the...

Kane Williamson is bringing the curtain down on a stellar career

Kane Williamson springs New Zealand retirement surprise ahead of second Test with England

New Zealand Kane Williamson announced his international cricket retirement with immediate effect on Friday.

Nat Sciver-Brunt speaks to media at Edgbaston

Women’s T20 World Cup: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt hopes extra pressure gives hosts a boost

Nat Sciver-Brunt has urged England to embrace the multiple additional pressures they will face as Women’s T20 World Cup hosts over the next few weeks.

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