England lead Windies by 219 at stumps: second Test, day four – as it happened
The Windies dug in to make a respectable 287 and took two England wickets to leave the hosts in charge but not out of sight at Old Trafford7.15pm BSTA intriguing, twisting, day’s play. West indies...
View ArticleEngland beat West Indies by 113 runs: in second Test – as it happened
Ben Stokes’ quickfire batting set up a chance at victory, with Stuart Broad leading the attack as England bowled the Windies out to level the series9.50pm BSTRelated: Broad has hunger to shine for...
View ArticleEngland 258-4 at stumps v West Indies: third Test, day one – as it happened
After an iffy start from England’s batsmen, Ollie Pope and Jos Buttler helped the hosts take control of the deciding Test6.41pm BSTA good day’s work for England: runs in the bank and for the two men...
View ArticleEngland v West Indies: third Test, day two – as it happened
Stuart Broad starred with bat and ball to put England in complete control of the deciding Test at Old Trafford 7.04pm BSTThat’s it for today’s blog. Thanks very much for your company, I’ll leave you...
View ArticleEngland v West Indies: third Test, day three – as it happened
England had another storming day with bat and ball, with West Indies on 10-2, needing 399 to win9.18pm BSTRelated: 'Runs are currency': Rory Burns insists pressure is always on as England...
View ArticleEngland v West Indies: third Test, day four – as it didn't happen
Constant rain meant that there was no play at Old Trafford, but the weather might be good enough to facilitate a fifth-day finish4.23pm BSTBut we should – should – have enough time to get things...
View ArticleEngland beat West Indies by 269 runs to win third Test and series – as it...
Broad took his 500 Test wicket and Woakes a five-fer as England skittled West Indies for 129 to seal the Wisden TrophyThe Spin: County cricket’s return is perfect Willis tribute8.15pm BSTRelated: Broad...
View ArticleEngland beat Ireland by six wickets: first ODI – as it happened
The recalled David Willey took his first ODI five-for and Sam Billings hit a career-best 67 not out as England cruised to victory at the Ageas Bowl10.07pm BSTRelated: 'I'm in love with the game again':...
View ArticleEngland beat Ireland by four wickets: second one-day international – as it...
A violent innings of 82 from 41 balls by Jonny Bairstow and a legspin masterclass from Adil Rashid drove England to a series-clinching win9.16pm BSTRelated: Willey and Billings help England survive...
View ArticleIreland beat England by seven wickets in third ODI – as it happened
Paul Stirling and the captain Andrew Balbirnie made glorious centuries as Ireland calmly chased down 329 to stun England at the Ageas Bowl12.05am BSTRelated: Ireland's glorious centuries power them...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: first Test, day one – as it happened
Pakistan made it to 139-2 on the opening day at Emirates Old Trafford before bad light stopped play8.45pm BSTRelated: England ready to play cricket in Pakistan again, says Chris Silverwood8.04pm...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: first Test, day two – as it happened
A mighty 156 Shan Masood and a forensic new-ball burst from Mohammad Abbas put Pakistan in control on a mesmeric day's play in Manchester7.05pm BSTThat was a joyful day of Test cricket. Shan Masood...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: first Test, day three – as it happened
Pakistan bowled out England out for 219 but were then reduced to 137 for eight themselves and lead by 244 runs with two wickets remaining 8.50pm BSTRelated: Stokes and Woakes drag England back into...
View ArticleEngland chase down 277 to win first Test against Pakistan: day four – as it...
Chris Woakes hit an unbeaten 84 and Jos Buttler 75 to guide England to a stunning three-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Old Trafford6.59pm BST“It’s my wedding anniversary today,” says...
View ArticleCounty Cricket: Durham batting collapse hands Lancashire the advantage
Durham toiled in the sun against Lancashire while wickets tumbled at Northampton and Worcestershire’s Libby and D’Oliveira made hundreds7.54pm BSTAs the rest of the country sweltered, the sun shone...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: second Test, day one – live!
Over-by-over updates from the Ageas BowlVic Marks: both sides have obstacles to overcomeGet in touch! Email your thoughts to Rob3.27pm BST“’noon, Rob,” says Ian Copestake. “So where do you ‘stand’ on...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: second Test, day two – live!
Play at the Ageas Bowl starts after rain delay in morningAustralia get green light for limited-overs tour of EnglandAnd feel free to email Tim or tweet @TimdeLisle3.41pm BST78th over: Pakistan 192-8...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: second Test, day three play delayed – live!
Day three updates from the second Test in SouthamptonCounty cricket – live! Get the latest from Tanya AldredAnd feel free to email Rob3.40pm BSTThere are strong rumours that MS Dhoni has retired from...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: second Test, day four – live!
Updates from the Ageas Bowl, play starts at 11amEngland look to third Test after another day in darkGet in touch! Email Adam with your thoughts3.50pm BSTThe rain has (all-but) stopped! So say my...
View ArticleEngland v Pakistan: second Test, day five – live!
Final day in Southampton begins after five-hour delayCounty cricket – live! Join Tanya Aldred for all the latestAny thoughts? You can email Simon or tweet @Simon_Burnton3.51pm BST12th over: England...
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