ICC World Test Championship 2022/23-2025

'That's me done' - Moeen says no to McCullum's request to stay on

England coach asked the allrounder if he would play the India series in early 2024
March 29, 2024

England lose 19 WTC points and Australia ten for slow over-rates during the Ashes

The sanctions meant that Australia earned 18 WTC points from the series and England just nine
March 29, 2024

Ball change had 'a significant bearing' on Oval result, says McDonald

"I've never seen tactics shift so dramatically on the back of a decision," Australia coach says, but admits that his batters "should have been able to navigate that"
March 29, 2024

Andrew McDonald: 'Two-Test series should be put on the back burner'

Australia coach wants all Test series to have a minimum of three games to "show the importance of Test cricket to every nation"
March 29, 2024

Woakes feared he would never play again a year before Headingley rescue mission

Player of the Ashes series makes his time for England count after comeback from knee injury
March 29, 2024

Did the teams catch up after the Oval Test? Yes, at a nightclub, Stokes clarifies

Despite some flashpoints during the series, the players were largely congenial with each other; Stokes credits franchise cricket for improving relations between on-field rivals
March 29, 2024

McCullum: Crawley's success against Australia validates England's approach to Test cricket

McCullum told Crawley to "chase moments" before the start of the series and he duly delivered
March 29, 2024

From 'team man' to poster boy - Woakes finally commands the spotlight

Understated England allrounder claims Compton-Miller medal to underline his value
March 29, 2024

Showman Broad entertains to the end in fitting finale

Master of self-improvement and reinvention, Broad was a great survivor
March 29, 2024

Cummins rues 'missed opportunities' as Australia settle for 2-2 draw

But skipper insists his team can be proud of retaining the Ashes
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes: 'Hope we've inspired a new generation of Test fans'

Pat Cummins agrees that 2023 series should stand comparison with 2005
March 29, 2024

Stats - Australia's 22-year wait extends after a rare fourth-innings collapse

Australia lost their ten wickets in 58.3 overs after the ball change
March 29, 2024

'If Stokesy messages me again, I'm going to delete it' - Moeen Ali bows out of Tests on a high

Spinner overcomes groin strain to play crucial role in England's thrilling victory at The Oval
March 29, 2024

Stuart Broad: Last-ball wicket to win Ashes Test was 'pretty cool'

England great bows out in perfect finale as England square the series at Kia Oval
March 29, 2024

Stuart Broad conjures one last burst of magic as England win fifth Test by 49 runs

Series squared two-all at The Oval as retiring seamer claims last two Aussie wickets
March 29, 2024

Usman Khawaja, Ricky Ponting query controversial ball-change

Former Australia captain questions umpires after replacement ball comes to life on fifth morning
March 29, 2024

The stars align for Stuart Broad's farewell ... before the sky starts to fall in

It seemed like the perfectly orchestrated exit, but final Test isn't dancing to his tune just yet
March 29, 2024

Mark Wood fully fit despite bowling just three overs on fourth day, England insist

Marcus Trescothick says holding quick back until 33rd over of Australia's run chase was "tactical"
March 29, 2024

Usman Khawaja, David Warner lay base for series-sealing chase with unbeaten century stand

Stuart Broad's send-off doesn't go to plan as England's hunt for wickets is thwarted
March 29, 2024

'Stuart Broad is the ultimate Ashes warrior'

What Alastair Cook, Ricky Ponting, and others said about Stuart Broad's retirement
March 29, 2024

Under fire: How did Australia's attack fare during extraordinary Ashes?

The economy rates were eye-watering but Pat Cummins and co did produce key spells to help retain the urn
March 29, 2024

What Stuart Broad said after announcing his retirement

Every word from Broad's close-of-play press conference at The Oval
March 29, 2024

England's batters exude main-character energy to finish the Ashes on their own terms

There's a reason why Icarus is remembered, not the dreary dad who warned him about flying too close to the sun
March 29, 2024

Crawley, Root and Bairstow blaze away to give England 377-run lead

England have scored at 4.86 in their second innings, ensuring they go into the final innings of the Test as standout favourites
March 29, 2024

Stuart Broad conjures old magic to keep England in contention

Seamer's bail switch trick followed by classic burst to keep Australia in check
March 29, 2024

Slow and steady Australia just about justify their caution

Proof will be in the final result but long game earns slender lead despite England fightback
March 29, 2024

Broad: Umpire said Smith run-out 'would have been given' with zing bails

England seamer comfortable that Steven Smith got "benefit of the doubt" over contentious call
March 29, 2024

James Anderson blocks his ears to retirement talk after hinting at return to form

Seamer admits lean patch is untimely but insists he can still do a job for England
March 29, 2024

Steven Smith 71 key as Australia take slow road to slender lead

Lower order helps add vital runs as fifth Test heads for one-innings shootout
March 29, 2024

England play their hits once again in bid for 'well actually' bragging rights

Dangerous driving in the damp leaves innings on the skids, but runs on the board
March 29, 2024

'A bit of discomfort and away we go': Starc's resilience brings more reward

Seamer had no doubts about pushing through the final Ashes Test despite damaged shoulder
March 29, 2024

Todd Murphy plays his role to perfection

Youngster could help some of Australia's modern greats tick their bucket lists
March 29, 2024

Mitchell Starc four-for derails fast-paced England to give Australia the upper hand

Harry Brook stars with 85, but Australia respond in composed fashion in final session
March 29, 2024

Moeen Ali's likely final Test overshadowed by groin strain

England's bowling stocks struck by injury, as dismissal also sparks batting collapse
March 29, 2024

ECB chair calls for 'flexibility' in Test schedules to avoid future wash-outs

Richard Thompson says he will speak to ICC after disappointment of Old Trafford draw
March 29, 2024

No sign of James Anderson calling time just yet as England keep the faith

Kia Oval is England's traditional venue for farewells, but fast bowler is not yet ready to go
March 29, 2024

Stokes won't bowl in fifth Test as long-term call on knee injury looms

England skipper admits he may need to consider surgery ahead of India tour next year
March 29, 2024

Urn secure but England look to deny Australia series glory

The hosts have confirmed an unchanged XI while Australia, looking to win a series in England for the first time since 2001, are likely to recall Todd Murphy
March 29, 2024

Cummins: 'To go home winning the urn will be phenomenal - it's a final thing to tick off'

Despite the long tour, the Australia captain says he is in a better condition heading into The Oval this time compared to in 2019
March 29, 2024

Warner quashes Oval retirement rumour, eyes Ashes victory

He is frustrated at not converting starts but has been satisfied with the way he has played
March 29, 2024

Andrew McDonald fires back at Pat Cummins' harshest Ashes critics

'There are opinions that we respect and opinions that we don't,' Australia's coach said
March 29, 2024

Marsh's fitness key to Green's Test spot

Offspinner Todd Murphy is likely to play the Oval Test after missing out at Old Trafford
March 29, 2024

Josh Tongue marvels at 'surreal' career path

From coaching badges to Steve Smith bunny memes, seamer reflects on how far he's come
March 29, 2024

Moody calls for Murphy to replace Green for final Ashes Test

"Murphy is an exciting young bowler. He is not Nathan Lyon, but Nathan Lyon is not Shane Warne either"
March 29, 2024

England name unchanged squad for Oval Ashes Test

Ben Stokes says "tired bodies" will affect selection with Chris Woakes and Mark Wood likely to be assessed
March 29, 2024

'Cry me a river, England' - Australian press reacts to the turn of events at Old Trafford

"It's time England stopped acting like the urn has just been stolen from their back pocket by a thief in the night," Ben Horne writes in the Daily Telegraph
March 29, 2024

Vaughan: 'Sentimental' Anderson selection 'may have cost' England

Former England captain questions whether 40-year-old is in England's best XI for Oval Test
March 29, 2024

No regrets for Stokes but Old Trafford draw will hurt

England remain committed to the brand despite missed opportunity for legacy-defining comeback
March 29, 2024

Pat Cummins: 'Good to retain Ashes but work to do for next week'

Australia captain admits to "strange" feeling but targets series win at The Oval
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes rues Old Trafford rain after 'pretty much perfect' performance

England captain proud of team's attempts to force pace, targets squared series at The Oval
March 29, 2024

Australia retain the Ashes, but can they close out the series?

Australia have the urn, but they've lost the momentum. What changes can they make for The Oval?
March 29, 2024

Australia secure Ashes retention as weather thwarts England

No play possible on final day leaving holders Australia 2-1 up ahead of the final Test
March 29, 2024

England rue bad-light call as Ashes hopes slip away on dank day four

Trescothick frustrated as seamers are denied chance to bowl with replacement ball
March 29, 2024

Labuschagne gets his act together after testing Ashes tour

Australia's No. 3 finds form at crucial juncture to move side a step closer to retaining the urn
March 29, 2024

Rain, Labuschagne hundred hold up England victory push

Only one wicket fell in the 30 overs possible as Australia edged towards retaining the Ashes
March 29, 2024

Bairstow bombs Australia before Wood leaves England in the pink

Oppenheimer or Barbie? Let England's Old Trafford heroes help you decide
March 29, 2024

That was then, this is now for Steven Smith

England still celebrate his dismissals like it's 2019, but Smith of 2023 is an altogether more human cricketer
March 29, 2024

Josh Hazlewood happy to pray for rain as Australia's Ashes lead hangs in the balance

Seamer welcomes grim forecast over weekend after a third tough day for tourists
March 29, 2024

Jonny Bairstow: 'People say you're limping, yeah, well I am'

Ten months on from career-threatening injury, bristling innings answers critics in emphatic style
March 29, 2024

Wood cracks open Australia's second innings after Bairstow blitz keeps England in control

Bairstow's unbeaten 99 extends England's lead before Wood's pace is again the x-factor
March 29, 2024

Free-flowing England post highest home Ashes total since 1985

The key numbers from a remarkable batting display, led by Zak Crawley's 189
March 29, 2024

Zak Crawley bats like no one is watching

We've been here before - but not - because the Ageas Bowl was empty
March 29, 2024

Australia play down Mitchell Starc injury worries after chastening day

Fast bowler struggles with shoulder and leg problems but assistant coach Vettori confident of fitness
March 29, 2024

Cummins feels heat as Australia struggle to keep pace with Bazball

For the first time in the series, Australia's containment strategy unravelled
March 29, 2024

Zak Crawley: 'I do doubt myself but I have to keep being me'

England opener delivers in fine style to set up England's shot at Ashes-levelling win
March 29, 2024

Crawley's run-a-ball 189 propels England into lead

Hosts double down on ultra-attacking style as Australia bowlers lack control
March 29, 2024

Stuart Broad scales giddy heights to take the fight to his favourite foes

600th Test wicket confirms seamer's place among the great Ashes combatants
March 29, 2024

Australia don't anticipate a turn for the worse despite Moeen Ali's first-day spin

Labuschagne unconcerned by omission of Murphy in favour of second allrounder
March 29, 2024

Incomplete Australia leave the door ajar as England fight to stay in the Ashes

Several starts hint at tricks in benign surface, but lack of ruthlessness may cost Australia
March 29, 2024

Stats - Stuart Broad joins the elite 600-wicket club

He also surpassed Ian Botham as the England bowler with the most wickets against Australia.
March 29, 2024

Woakes' four-for holds together the day for England

Australia's 299 for 8 at stumps means neither team can say with any real confidence that they are in control
March 29, 2024

Warner adamant Broad record is not on his mind

David Warner has maintained that he feels in good touch in the Ashes, and Stuart Broad's record over him is not a concern
March 29, 2024

James Anderson nears his End-game with a rare point left to prove

Living legend returns to XI with Ashes on the line, and a number of career loose-ends to tie up
March 29, 2024

Chris Woakes admits overseas days are numbered as he targets career longevity

England allrounder expects to bow out of ODIs after World Cup, happy not to play another away Test
March 29, 2024

Two wins for the title: England seek that semi-final mindset in do-or-die Ashes outing

Clarity of purpose at the crunch moment delivered both of England's World Cup titles. Can the same work for the Ashes?
March 29, 2024

Australia pick Green over Murphy for Old Trafford Ashes Test

For the first time in 10 years, they will go into a five-day game without a frontline spinner
March 29, 2024

Australia wait on misfiring engine-room as Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne seek return to normal service

A solitary fifty-plus score from Australia's main men is a key reason while the Ashes are still at stake
March 29, 2024

England, Australia and a men's Ashes that is locked and reloaded

After a 10-day cooling off period, an incredible series is ready to take centre stage again
March 29, 2024

'It might bring more out of us' - Stokes and England hope to beat the weather

Showers of varying degrees are expected throughout all five days of the fourth Test at Old Trafford
March 29, 2024

PCB postpones West Indies series, adds T20Is vs New Zealand in build-up to T20 World Cup

After the schedule tweak, Pakistan will be playing 19 T20Is between now and the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup
March 29, 2024

Cummins backs 'good signs' from Warner as Australia look to avoid Ashes decider

Todd Murphy's chances of playing at Old Trafford remain unclear as crunch time nears in thrilling series
March 29, 2024

Whisper it quietly but Zak Crawley is so far nailing this Ashes

Polarising opener might not have converted the doubters but he could yet help win the Ashes
March 29, 2024

'You have to play a spinner' - Moeen answers Murphy question for Australia

Josh Hazlewood thinks Murphy "has done a great job so far" as Nathan Lyon's understudy, and expects more of the same from him
March 29, 2024

Moeen Ali targets Ashes win 'to finish Test cricket properly'

Two years on from what should have been his final Test appearance, allrounder returns to Old Trafford for extraordinary encore
March 29, 2024

Khawaja: Crowd abuse has gone too far in the Ashes

The Australia opener said he wouldn't want his children hear some of the things being said
March 29, 2024

James Anderson back in England XI for Old Trafford Test

Veteran seamer replaces Ollie Robinson while Moeen Ali carded at No. 3
March 29, 2024

Khawaja returns to where he feared Test career had ended

Four years on he is a key figure at the top of the order and expects to open with David Warner
March 29, 2024

'Frustrating when you get stung for entertaining' - Khawaja plays key role in over-rate penalty reduction

Khawaja reveals approaching ICC to raise players' concern about the level of punishments
March 29, 2024

Carey on Bairstow stumping: 'Don't think we'd do anything differently'

"Not just myself, the whole group's had some stuff spoken about them. But we're really tight," says Australia wicketkeeper
March 29, 2024

Green does not see Test opening role as realistic

The allrounder is fully fit for Old Trafford but a tough decision will need to be made to get him back in the XI
March 29, 2024

India to play two Tests on all-format tour of South Africa in 2023-24

The WTC 2023-25 Tests will played after the two teams face-off in three T20Is and three ODIs
March 29, 2024

Ollie Robinson insists he's '100 percent fit' for Old Trafford after back spasm

Seamer was limited to 11.2 overs at Headingley, but says he's ready for action next week
March 29, 2024

Head closes in on top spot in ICC Test batters' rankings

Head is just nine points behind the out-of-action Kane Williamson, and could become the new No. 1 by the end of the fourth Ashes Test
March 29, 2024

Starc okay with high economy to make high impact

The Australian quick says he finally listened to Hazlewood and Cummins and added the wobble-seam delivery to his arsenal
March 29, 2024

Chris Woakes: 'If you could bottle that feeling forever, you would'

Allrounder feared his ship had sailed in Test cricket, now he looks locked in for the Ashes finale
March 29, 2024

James Anderson vows to take out the 'nostalgia' in event of Old Trafford recall

Veteran seamer knows he is not guaranteed a recall for what could be final home Test outing
March 29, 2024

Wood's pace leaves Australia a new challenge

Coach Andrew McDonald hopes the batters can tire out England's quick at Old Trafford
March 29, 2024

Old Trafford Test: can Australia fit in both Marsh and Green? What about Warner?

One way to play both allrounders is by fielding an all-pace attack, but Australia last did that in 2010
March 29, 2024

Stead gets two-year extension as New Zealand head coach

His extended period will include the 2024 T20 World Cup, the 2025 Champions Trophy and the 2025 WTC final, if they qualify
March 29, 2024

Switch Hit: Wood, Woakes, Woohoo!

Alan Gardner, Andrew McGlashan and Vithushan Ehantharajah get together to discuss England's victory at Headingley to keep the Ashes alive
March 29, 2024

Mark Wood earns his wings as bombastic display provides Ashes lift-off

Fast bowler proud to seal Headingley Test in partnership with travel buddy Chris Woakes
March 29, 2024

David Warner's spot could come under scrutiny for Old Trafford Test

Australia face selection squeeze after impressive return of Mitchell Marsh
March 29, 2024

England's three musketeers step up to fill void left by superhero Stokes

Brook, Woakes and Wood did the Headingley heavy lifting as their captain watched on
March 29, 2024

Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc bust a gut for the cause but Australia's over-reliance is telling

Boland and Murphy struggle for impact, as England stay alive in yet another cliffhanger
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes: Headingley win is 'just the start' for England

Captain hails performance of his England side in "another down-to-the-wire" Ashes Test in Leeds
March 29, 2024

Stats - Brook's 1K speedrun and Bazball's chase mastery

Australia faced their first Test defeat after losing the toss, since the last Headingley epic in 2019
March 29, 2024

Brook cherishes winning feeling after home-ground heroics

England batter admits to "little blow-up" in dressing room after dismissal with 21 needed
March 29, 2024

Woakes, Wood and Brook keep England's Ashes hopes alive

Batters clinch three-wicket victory in white-knuckled run chase at Headingley
March 29, 2024

Travis Head finds his feet to thwart England's head-hunting approach

Despite short-ball barrage, Australian produces innings that could make the difference
March 29, 2024

Woakes' guile and guts ignite England to seize their moment

Six wickets has been a stunning return for a player who thought his Test career could be over
March 29, 2024

Chris Woakes and Travis Head star to leave England needing 251 to keep Ashes alive

Australia slipped to 170 for 8 after a long rain delay before Head cut loose to kept them afloat
March 29, 2024

Crazy things do happen at Headingley and sometimes crazy is good

After another absurd Ben Stokes performance, England could do it for him
March 29, 2024

If you thought you knew who was on top, think again

Scoreline reads 2-0 to Australia - they are worthy of that - but the margins have been so tight
March 29, 2024

Tale of two captains as series sits on a knife edge

Pat Cummins five-for, superhuman Ben Stokes innings highlight skippers' brilliance
March 29, 2024

Pat Cummins vs Joe Root - a hallmark of greatness

The second ball of the second day at Headingley provided the tenth occasion of the head-to-head going Cummins' way
March 29, 2024

Ollie Robinson fit to bat but England sweat on back spasms

Seamer went off the field midway through an over on the first day and did not return
March 29, 2024

MCC introduce stricter pavilion regulations after Long Room chaos

Club chair calls for further evidence with three members already suspended
March 29, 2024

Bowl rockets, don't fret about the runs, Mark Wood told

Simple message brings devastating results as quick rips through Australia with 5 for 34
March 29, 2024

Mitchell Marsh just wanted the chance to play one more Test for Australia

Lively Headingley pitch felt like home, enabling him to play strokes he would at the WACA
March 29, 2024

Mark Wood: 'When I'm at full biff, it's like a catapult'

Extreme speed backed up by new-found subtlety as Wood makes his home comforts count
March 29, 2024

Can you feel the love tonight, Mitchell Marsh?

Allrounder who once said "most of Australia hate me" leaves a lot to like on opening day
March 29, 2024

Mitchell Marsh, Mark Wood stand out on rollercoaster day

Game rattles on after Marsh ton, Wood five-for as England lose their top three before close
March 29, 2024

Australia hopeful Green absence will be brief

The allrounder picked up a minor hamstring strain and missed the Headingley Test
March 29, 2024

The Magnificent Steven - Smith's Test career, in numbers

No batter has averaged as much going into his 100th Test, while his unbelievable six-year peak and his stats against the best bowlers make him one of the greatest
March 29, 2024

Near-misses behind them, 'Flawless' Australia look to make Ashes history

Pat Cummins has the chance to go where no Australian captain has gone in 22 years by sealing the series this week
March 29, 2024

Harry Brook's new-ball dog treats herald start of England's must-win week

Three personnel changes and a key positional switch, as England set about saving the Ashes
March 29, 2024

All guns set to blaze as England enter Bazball's last-chance saloon

No wriggle-room left for Stokes' men, but that fact may well serve to refocus their minds
March 29, 2024

Chris Woakes, Mark Wood, Moeen Ali return for must-win Headingley Test

Anderson, Pope, Tongue make way, as Brook moves to No.3, Bairstow to No.5
March 29, 2024

Smith at No. 2 among Test batters, Cummins second among bowlers

Kane Williamson, despite not playing Tests since March this year, has replaced Joe Root as the top-ranked Test batter
March 29, 2024

Cummins: England should focus on themselves, and not spirit of cricket

Australia captain convinced that Jonny Bairstow's stumping is a "non-event'", but is ready for strong reaction at Headingley
March 29, 2024

Hazlewood's 'uncharted territory' puts Australia on alert

Scott Boland will likely return if the selectors feel a change is needed
March 29, 2024

Headingley security to be increased in wake of 'Just Stop Oil' protests

Yorkshire will employ "sprinter stewards" to help prevent damage to pitch for third Test
March 29, 2024

McCullum: Bairstow dismissal will 'galvanise' England in Ashes comeback bid

England coach says controversial stumping call will affect spirit series is played in
March 29, 2024

McDonald 'somewhat disappointed' with McCullum's no-beer comment

Australia coach confirms that Nathan Lyon is out of the series, and Todd Murphy will be coming into the XI for the next Test
March 29, 2024

Lyon formally ruled out of remainder of the Ashes

Todd Murphy likely for Headingley Test with no other spinner added; Matt Renshaw has been released from the squad but will remain in the UK as standby.
March 29, 2024

Stats - Stokes' maximums and Lord's bouncers go through the roof

Extras were part of the main cast in a Test where 18 wickets fell to short balls
March 29, 2024

Australia survive a staggering 155 from Stokes to take 2-0 Ashes lead

The visitors had been in control of the Lord's Test for long periods but then everything changed on the final day
March 29, 2024

Ashes finds its flashpoint as Bairstow stumping ignites England

Bairstow was walking down to his partner after ducking a bouncer when Carey's underam throw broke the stumps
March 29, 2024

You can't win against good sides with reckless shot-making

England have attacked unwisely, been sloppy in the field, and made selection mistakes
March 29, 2024

England succeed with bouncer barrage - but at what cost?

Remarkable spectacle proved a winning tactic, though few at Lord's will want to see it reenacted
March 29, 2024

Mitchell Starc's searing best gives Australia the edge

Deliver to Pope proves that, in this format, Starc is the best in the world at what he does.
March 29, 2024

MCC clarifies why Mitchell Starc catch of Ben Duckett was given not out

Starc deemed not to have had "complete control of his movement" when he grounded the ball
March 29, 2024

Lyon criticises suggestions he went out to bat with concussion sub in mind

"I have lost one of my mates due to being hit in the head so I think that's a really poor conversation being had"
March 29, 2024

Starc, Cummins slice through England top order to undermine chase of 371

Short-ball plans trigger Australia collapse but visitors closing in on 2-0
March 29, 2024

Freedom leads to freefall as England batters abdicate responsibility

Questions will be asked in the home dressing room after a desultory collapse at Lord's
March 29, 2024

Unflustered, organised and ruthless, Usman Khawaja shows England there is another way

While hosts are preoccupied with trying to save Test cricket, Khawaja is content just playing it
March 29, 2024

England frustrated after Ollie Pope forced to field with injured shoulder

"We're a bit bewildered by it all," Jeetan Patel says
March 29, 2024

Usman Khawaja stretches Australia's advantage before rain ends play early

Even for a team hot on big run chases, it shapes as a daunting prospect to avoid going 2-0 down in series
March 29, 2024

Focus on 'brainless' half-hour obscures England's bigger picture

Batters going into our shells "would be going totally against what we do"
March 29, 2024

Lyon injury could yet define this Test

If you wanted any more comparisons to 2005, was this the Glenn McGrath moment?
March 29, 2024

England loosen grip on Lord's Test in the face of short-ball barrage after Duckett 98

Hosts picked up 65 for 5 to dismiss Australia for 416 after Smith 110 and are only 138 behind
March 29, 2024

Lyon suffers 'significant' calf strain to leave Ashes future in doubt

The offspinner limped off the field having pulled up chasing a ball to the boundary
March 29, 2024

Smith tops Ponting in first-innings tons, only behind Bradman in the Ashes

A look at the Australian batter's 32nd Test century by the numbers
March 29, 2024

Australia are quite good, England might not be as good as they thought

Bairstow carting a protester back to the Grand Stand the only time an Englishman extolled domination
March 29, 2024

Andrew Strauss: 'How you win is as important as winning'

Former England captain admits personal tragedy helped change perspective, as he prepares for Red for Ruth Day at Lord's
March 29, 2024

David Warner battles badly bruised hand for half-century

Batter to have injury reassessed after second Test but was never in doubt to play
March 29, 2024

Travis Head defines another day of Ashes cricket

No batter in the world thrives more against flagging bowlers
March 29, 2024

Smith, Head and Warner give Australia opening-day honours

Root's double-wicket burst towards close plus Tongue's two wickets meant all was not grim for England
March 29, 2024

Just Stop Oil protesters disrupt Lord's Ashes Test

Jonny Bairstow removes one of two pitch invaders from outfield after first over of play
March 29, 2024

Switch Hit: Sparks fly as Lord's awaits

Alan Gardner is joined by Andrew Miller and Matt Roller to discuss the state of play in the Ashes and a damning report from the ICEC
March 29, 2024

James Anderson returns to Lord's with chance to change his Ashes narrative

England's star seamer hasn't won a Test against Australia since 2015, and time is running out
March 29, 2024

Josh Tongue has Steven Smith back in his sights after notable county clash

Fast bowler's success against Smith during his Sussex stint was big factor in Test fast-tracking
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes: England's win-or-bust mentality is opening game up to new fans

Captain says random encounter during spa break reinforced faith in team's tactics
March 29, 2024

England talking but Australia leading as Ashes reaches Lord's

The home side have confirmed one change to their XI but Australia are still pondering their final call
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes: 'The game I love should be enjoyed without discrimination'

The full text of Stokes' statement at Lord's, in the wake of the publication of the ICEC report
March 29, 2024

England 'wanted to pick Wood' but settle for Tongue in all-seam attack

No Mark Wood either as England opt for all-seam attack with Root as the auxiliary spinner
March 29, 2024

Cummins and Australia will stay true to their approach

Nathan Lyon, who will be playing his 100th consecutive Test, is keen use the slope at Lord's to his advantage
March 29, 2024

No smoke without fire: Ollie Robinson embraces Ashes target man status

England are amused by the reaction to Robinson's comments but they will want a big performance at Lord's
March 29, 2024

England delay naming Lord's XI but Moeen Ali plays full part in training

Spinner was hampered by blistered spinning finger at Edgbaston but Pope believes 'all good'
March 29, 2024

'I'm used to it now' - Starc willing to take Ashes snubs in his stride

Australia played Scott Boland ahead of him at Edgbaston, but there's a chance he could feature at Lord's
March 29, 2024

Australia 'pretty under par' despite early success against Bazball

Australia are able to get the best of both worlds when it comes to Bazball - they can praise it, and they know the scoreline is in their favour
March 29, 2024

'Why did I play at those?' - Labuschagne looks for Broad answers

Australia's No. 3 was happy to acknowledge Broad won the early round
March 29, 2024

Smith felt like he'd had 'a dozen beers' after being hit by Archer's bouncer

This week marks Smith's first return to Lord's after his concussion in the 2019 Ashes Test
March 29, 2024

'Hopefully he is back on track' - Labuschagne works to overcome technical glitch

Australia's No. 3, and Steven Smith, were back in the nets ahead of Lord's after a lean opening Test
March 29, 2024

Men's Ashes can have worldwide impact on Test cricket - CA chief

Nick Hockley believes a tight series between England and Australia can have benefits beyond those nations
March 29, 2024

Rehan Ahmed added to England Ashes squad as cover for Moeen Ali

Teenage legspinner will link up with squad in London this weekend ahead of Lord's Test
March 29, 2024

Crawley's bold Lord's prediction: 'We'll win by, I don't know, 150 runs?'

The opener says that the Lord's pitch will suit England more than the slow, dry surface they encountered at Edgbaston
March 29, 2024

James Anderson: Edgbaston pitch was 'like kryptonite for me'

Bowler admits to rustiness after injury, but warns he'll be 'done' if conditions are same all series
March 29, 2024

Joe Root warns England fans: 'Strap in' for Ashes round two at Lord's

Batter promises no let-up to ultra-positive approach, and prepares to step up further with ball
March 29, 2024

Ollie Robinson: 'Australia were unwilling to go toe-to-toe with us'

Fast bowler claims England made all the running at Edgbaston and will come harder at Lord's
March 29, 2024

'An appetising thought' - Australia's warning after Labuschagne and Smith's lean Test

The prolific pair made just 35 between them at Edgbaston, but Australia still came out on top
March 29, 2024

Ponting: If Robinson hasn't learned already ... then he's a slow learner

Former Australia captain also queried whether England truly don't care about results after close loss at Edgbaston
March 29, 2024

Brendon McCullum: Edgbaston defeat 'validated our style of play'

England coach says team will likely ramp up aggression for second Test at Lord's
March 29, 2024

England set to show faith with Jonny Bairstow behind stumps

Brendon McCullum defends wicketkeeper's performance, adding "at No. 7 is a real weapon for us"
March 29, 2024

Australia and England docked WTC points for slow over-rates

Both teams were docked two points and fined 40 percent of their match fees as both sides were deemed two overs short of their targets
March 29, 2024

England confident weary bowlers will be ready for Lord's

Concerns remain about Moeen Ali's spinning finger but England have seven days to recover before the second Test
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes defends controversial declaration as England's 'chance to pounce' on Australia

Cummins admits he was 'not surprised' as former captains criticise overtly attacking move
March 29, 2024

Ben Stokes 'emotionally beat up' as Pat Cummins savours epic Australia win

England captain defends declaration as Khawaja admits: 'I was sh***ing myself' in tense finale
March 29, 2024

Pat Cummins rises to the occasion to seal two-wicket Edgbaston epic

Gripping finale has echoes of 2005 as Australia draw first blood in 2023 Ashes
March 29, 2024

Australia owe a lot to Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon

Pair sent down 42.2 of the 66.2 overs in England's second innings for combined figures of 8 for 143
March 29, 2024

Ollie Robinson 'doesn't care' about reaction to Usman Khawaja send-off

Bowler unrepentant about his response to key wicket, saying it's part of the 'theatre' of Ashes
March 29, 2024

Cameron Green, the gully great

The allrounder took another stunning catch on the third day at Edgbaston
March 29, 2024

Moeen Ali penalised for using 'drying agent' on bowling hand without notifying umpires

The allrounder has been fined 25% of his match fees and handed a demerit point as well
March 29, 2024

Usman Khawaja admits Bazball's allure but says Australia will play their way

Centurion says it "doesn't matter how you win in Test cricket it's all about trying to win"
March 29, 2024

Usman Khawaja no stranger to centuries with added meaning

"It's nice to go out and show everyone the last 10 years haven't been a fluke"
March 29, 2024

England in 'really positive' position after second day - Stuart Broad

Seamer describes Edgbaston pitch as one of England's slowest in memory
March 29, 2024

Stuart Broad runs and runs even deeper into Ashes folklore

At one point it looked like the England seamer may never stop running
March 29, 2024

Usman Khawaja's day as he and Alex Carey lead Australia fightback

Duo share unbroken sixth-wicket stand worth 91 after wobbly start for tourists on day two
March 29, 2024

Stuart Broad vs David Warner: 15 and counting

He's done it again. On the second morning at Edgbaston England's opening bowler added to his tally
March 29, 2024

'So negative they were almost inert': How the media reacted to the Ashes opening day

Australia's passive response to Bazball draws mixed response in papers and on air
March 29, 2024

Joe Root's Ashes reboot could be sign of new greatness to come

First century against Australia in eight years was a remarkable display on a remarkable day
March 29, 2024

Australia, meet Bazball

Judgement on tourists' first meeting with new England needs a little more time
March 29, 2024

Declaration 'no surprise' on first evening of opening Ashes Test, Bairstow says

Ben Stokes' decision to put Australia batters in for four overs a "shot at nothing" for them
March 29, 2024

Jonny Bairstow: 'When your beans are going, you try to give it a whack'

England batter says days like Ashes opener are 'what we live for' after lengthy injury lay-off
March 29, 2024

Joe Root hundred guides England on freewheeling first day of the Ashes

Hosts score at more than five an over before Ben Stokes springs surprise declaration
March 29, 2024

'Thumped on the up through cover-point!'

How ESPNcricinfo's ball-by-ball commentary has recorded the first ball of men's Ashes series
March 29, 2024

Will Bazball work against Australia? Where will the Ashes be won and lost?

ESPNcricinfo's writers on the ground make their predictions for the 2023 men's Ashes
March 29, 2024

Warwickshire prepare spare pitch in case of Just Stop Oil protests

CEO Stuart Cain says security has been stepped up, with crowd behaviour also under scrutiny
March 29, 2024

It's mind over matter as the Bazball Ashes commence

England's carefree strategy has worked a treat for 12 months, but this time the hype is for real
March 29, 2024

Harry Brook unfazed by Australian attack

Explosive batter riding a new wave into his Ashes debut
March 29, 2024

Smith backs his problem-solving skills if England go funky

The Australia batter expects to face "some different stuff" as England try and deny him a repeat of his 2019 run-feast
March 29, 2024

'The Ashes is huge' - Fried chicken and vibes herald Moeen Ali's return

Allrounder slips back into new Test set-up keen for another crack at Australia
March 29, 2024

Moeen to miss England training for OBE ceremony

Recalled allrounder cancelled Cotswolds mini-break to make himself available for Ashes
March 29, 2024

Moeen views Ashes return as a 'free hit' after short-notice recall

Allrounder admits he would have "probably not" have answered an SOS call from a captain other than Ben Stokes
March 29, 2024

McDonald: Moeen replacing Leach presents 'a challenge' for England

Australia coach wonders if Moeen's dearth of red-ball practice will prompt Stokes to "operate differently"
March 29, 2024

Tongue's rise shows Smith's Sussex stint was good for 'English cricket as a whole' - Finn

Tongue has made his Test debut and been named in England's Ashes squad since trapping Smith lbw
March 29, 2024

Steve Waugh questions whether England have Plan B after Bazball

Former captain backs them to keep attacking but believes Australia's bowlers will be toughest challenge
March 29, 2024

Moeen replacing Leach makes England stronger, claims Swann

"It extends the batting... and with all [Australia's] lefties, we've got an offspinner bowling at them," he explains
March 29, 2024

Moeen Ali recalled for Ashes after agreeing Test comeback

Veteran spinner answers England SOS to take on Australia after two years out
March 29, 2024

Australia add three-time Ashes-winning coach Andy Flower to backroom staff

Mastermind of England's 2009, 2010-11 and 2013 successes joins Australia squad on consultancy basis ahead of WTC final
March 29, 2024

Moeen Ali considering Test comeback after England Ashes call

Spinner approached about coming out of retirement following Jack Leach injury
March 29, 2024

Joe Root ready to 'just go and play' against Australia

England's key batter is without the burden of captaincy for first time since 2015
March 29, 2024

Rehan Ahmed, Will Jacks... Moeen Ali? Who are the candidates to replace Jack Leach?

Leach injury less than a fortnight from the Ashes has thrown England's planning up in the air
March 29, 2024

Jack Leach ruled out of Ashes with back stress fracture

Spinner experienced "low back symptoms" during Ireland Test
March 29, 2024

Josh Tongue included in England Ashes squad

Selectors name 16-man group including seven pace options for first two Tests
March 29, 2024

Alex Carey on the Ashes: 'We'll do it differently, we've had some serious success'

Australia's wicketkeeper says the team won't be lulled into trying to match England shot for shot
March 29, 2024

Shastri backs Rahane's inclusion in WTC final squad: 'In a one-off, you need your most experienced players'

Shastri also tells ESPNcricinfo that he did not attend a single selection meeting during his stint as India head coach
March 29, 2024

Back injury ends Lance Morris' Ashes dream, IPL key for Josh Hazlewood

Michael Neser and Sean Abbott could provide back-up from county cricket
March 29, 2024

Renshaw and Harris earn Ashes, WTC final call to keep heat on Warner

Allrounder Mitchell Marsh is also recalled but Lance Morris has been ruled out through injury
March 29, 2024

Taylor: 'Selectors should stick with Warner for WTC final and first Two Ashes Tests'

The former Australia captain urges the selectors to opt for Bancroft or Renshaw as the back-up opener
March 29, 2024

'It's more than I felt I'll ever achieve' - Leach elated on reaching 100 Test wickets

"I've been learning on the job in Test cricket. I feel like I'm getting better and better," says the left-arm spinner
March 29, 2024