Pakistan tour of England 2021

Eoin Morgan: England 'continually monitoring different guys' for spots in T20 World Cup squad

Spin might not play as a big a role in the UAE in October-November as anticipated, says England captain
April 18, 2024

Jason Roy justifies England's faith by finding his groove

But, after contrasting innings, Dawid Malan seems to be dancing to a different tune
April 16, 2024

Jason Roy, Adil Rashid tip scales for England in tense series decider

Series locked at 1-1 after high-scoring contests at Trent Bridge and Headingley
April 18, 2024

England, Pakistan bid for the Freedom of Manchester in series decider

No holds likely to be barred once again as unfettered teams seek the series at Old Trafford
April 23, 2024

Matt Parkinson 'gutted' to be left out of England's white-ball squads at start of summer

Legspinner hopes performances against Pakistan prove he can play alongside Adil Rashid at T20 World Cup
April 17, 2024

England spinners get to grips with parched Headingley pitch in T20 World Cup dry run

Use of Adil Rashid and Matt Parkinson in the same side points at attacking option for UAE tournament
April 24, 2024

Jos Buttler, Moeen Ali star as spinners help England to series-levelling win

England bring in Adil Rashid and Chris Jordan, asked to bat first at Headingley
April 21, 2024

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan reveal the secrets behind their prolific partnership

The pair speak about trust, communication, and their telepathic understanding between the wickets
April 25, 2024

Another run-fest on the cards as Pakistan look to surprise England again

Buttler is expected to return to the side for the hosts, and Bairstow is fit despite bruising his finger
April 15, 2024

Liam Livingstone credits work with Paul Collingwood, Marcus Trescothick for record-breaking ton

Chance to 'reset' during self-isolation another driving force behind 42-ball milestone, Livingstone says
April 25, 2024

Ben Stokes reveals playing through 'ridiculous' finger pain during Pakistan ODIs

"Sometimes though you just have to grin and bear it, and captaining England is one of those reasons"
April 20, 2024

Liam Livingstone nails his audition to prove he's too good for England's bench

Breaking into this white-ball side is a tough task, but this was a bid for highest honours
April 15, 2024

Pakistan seal thriller by 31 runs, despite Liam Livingstone's record 42-ball hundred

Morgan rings changes in bid to test bench-strength before T20 World Cup
April 15, 2024

Eoin Morgan targets 'last chance' to test bench-strength before T20 World Cup

Rotation in prospect as England seek to fine-tune squad options before ICC deadline
April 21, 2024

England's big guns return as chastened Pakistan seek response to ODI rout

Whitewashing by second-string ODI team leaves visitors short of answers
April 15, 2024

Misbah: Can never defend such poor and disappointing performances

The head coach said previous series results had convinced him Pakistan were on the right track
April 15, 2024

Saqib Mahmood seizes 'fearless' team mindset to make his mark for England

Fast bowler credits PSL experience as he takes on leadership role in 3-0 series win
April 15, 2024

Saqib Mahmood, Lewis Gregory earn T20I call-ups as Eoin Morgan returns as captain

Ben Stokes rested after stand-in role in ODIs, as Buttler returns alongside other senior players
April 15, 2024

James Vince on his matchwinning century: 'I didn't know if this moment was ever going to come'

Cathartic moment for player who thought his chance for an England century had gone
April 22, 2024

James Vince trumps Babar Azam's 158 as England seal stunning 332 chase

The 20,000 spectators expected to attend the match have been urged to wear blue in support of The Bob Willis Fund for prostate cancer research
April 23, 2024

Ben Stokes on England's Euro 2020 campaign: 'We're just incredibly proud of what they managed to do'

Allrounder says penalty misses shouldn't define players after first football final appearance since 1966
April 25, 2024

No national consolation as England go again in search for series clean-sweep

Pakistan seek a response with the bat after two failed displays at Cardiff and Lord's
April 15, 2024

'My job is to get the boys off to a flier' - Phil Salt quickly takes to life with England

Opener could have represented West Indies thanks to Barbados upbringing
April 20, 2024

Hasan Ali's throwback five-for in vain as batting sinks Pakistan once more

Fast bowler regrets his own efforts couldn't save series as England seal 2-0 lead
April 15, 2024

Saqib Mahmood channels the moods of his makers to confirm himself as a complete England package

With the influence of Shoaib and Lee plain to see, young fast bowler confirms his star status
April 18, 2024

Lewis Gregory digs deep with bat and ball as second-string England seal first-class series win

Ben Stokes makes his 100th ODI appearance in the rain-shortened second ODI
April 21, 2024

England's success in opening ODI shows depth of talent in county game - Lewis Gregory

One of five men to debut in nine-wicket win over Pakistan hopes opportunity could lead to World Cup selection
April 15, 2024

England return to Lord's with series win in their sights

Pakistan need to regroup even as rain forecast swirls around second ODI
April 22, 2024

Saqib Mahmood: 'You have to do pretty special things' to play in England's white-ball teams

Lancashire seamer takes unexpected opportunity with new-ball strikes in England rout
April 15, 2024

England's white-ball culture change laid bare as fringe players prove international mettle

English sport's surreal week continues as circumstances force promotion of youth
April 15, 2024

Stats - Ben Stokes 98, Rest 26; England's least experienced ODI XI since 1985

Statistical insight to England's new ODI XI at Cardiff.
April 20, 2024

England showcase strength in depth as Saqib Mahmood blows Pakistan away

Crawley, Salt, Carse, Gregory and Simpson win caps as Stokes captains for first time
April 15, 2024

Haris Sohail out of England tour with hamstring injury

He will return to Lahore to undergo a four-week rehabilitation programme at the high performance centre
April 15, 2024

Ben Stokes answers England's call with a vow to keep smiling through the 'fluster'

Captain puts focus on enjoyment amid extraordinary circumstances of early England recall
April 18, 2024

Babar Azam says Pakistan players didn't think about calling England tour off

Captain says PCB and ECB have assured the team of safety following a Covid-19 breakout in England team
April 21, 2024

Danny Briggs on surprise England recall: 'This time, I'll try to take it all in'

Warwickshire spinner could play first match for England since 2014 after Covid reshuffle
April 21, 2024

England welcome Pakistan with a game of 'Guess Who?'

All-new line-up presents opportunities for host players but question marks for visitors
April 15, 2024

Ashley Giles defends Covid protocols after outbreak causes squad swap

England director says relaxed measures, in line with rest of UK, were appropriate
April 22, 2024

Zak Crawley, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse named in replacement England ODI squad

Players without international experience include Tom Helm, David Payne, Phil Salt and John Simpson
April 21, 2024

England ODI squad forced to self-isolate after positive Covid-19 tests

Three players and four members of management test positive for Covid-19
April 22, 2024

Jos Buttler, Ben Stokes remain in doubt for Pakistan T20Is, says Eoin Morgan

Senior pair could feature in one white-ball game between them this summer
April 16, 2024

Waqar Younis has 'high hopes' for Pakistan attack despite lack of ideal preparation

Rain has limited tourists' practice time ahead of England white-ball series
April 21, 2024

England name unchanged 16-player squad for Pakistan ODIs

Tom Banton retained in squad after standing in for Dawid Malan during Sri Lanka ODIs
April 15, 2024

Lord's to host full-capacity ODI against Pakistan

Second ODI in July included in UK government's Event Research Programme
April 23, 2024

Mohammad Rizwan: 'We've never felt an issue with Babar's strike rate in T20Is'

"I relish the fact I am considered one of the main players of the team," says vice-captain
April 15, 2024

Edgbaston to host 80 percent capacity for Pakistan ODI

Club will be permitted 19,000 spectators for match in July in extension of government pilot
April 15, 2024

Misbah-ul-Haq: 'Couple of positions we need to focus on over the next two series'

Head coach will trial Sohaib Maqsood and Azam Khan for middle-order slots in T20I side
April 23, 2024

Pakistan batting coach Younis Khan and PCB part ways

He was appointed in November last year on a contract scheduled to run till the 2022 T20 World Cup
April 15, 2024

Boost for venues as government extends crowds pilot scheme for Sri Lanka, Pakistan series

Chester-le-Street, Bristol, Oval, Edgbaston granted 50 percent capacities for white-ball fixtures
April 24, 2024

Misbah ul Haq: 'Tempting' to consider PSL form for Pakistan side but players had their chances

"It's all about International cricket, how they do things here, and we have given them enough chances"
April 24, 2024

Start of Pakistan's tour to England delayed to make room for PSL

No change in dates of matches with the first ODI set to be played on July 8
April 20, 2024

Chris Silverwood to take time off during Sri Lanka, Pakistan ODI series

England head coach will hand over to assistants Thorpe and Collingwood during busy summer
April 15, 2024

Ireland could host Pakistan T20Is in England but Test opportunities remain limited

Despite Ireland's busy 2021 schedule, Test fixtures are conspicuous by their absence
April 22, 2024