Former England spinner Graeme Swann has criticized the ECB's midnight curfew on players, calling it "ridiculous" and a focus on "optics over realities." He believes captain Ben Stokes was unfairly targeted after a nightclub incident post-Test win, arguing that professional cricketers should be trusted to celebrate responsibly.
England wins Test match at Lord's in just 996 balls, with Ollie Robinson earning man of the match
England secured a decisive win in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, a crucial morale boost after a difficult Ashes series, with standout performances from bowlers Ollie Robinson, Gus Atkinson, and Josh Tongue, and promising batting from Emilio Gay.
England defeated New Zealand by 115 runs in the first Test at Lord's, but the victory was overshadowed by concerns over the pitch's condition, which was deemed too challenging for batting and not beneficial for the future of Test cricket.
England defeated New Zealand by 115 runs in the first Test at Lord's, with Gus Atkinson taking 5/30 as New Zealand was bowled out for 138 on Day 4, despite Glenn Phillips' unbeaten 44.
England moved closer to a crucial Test victory over New Zealand at Lord's, with Ollie Robinson claiming key wickets of Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell, leaving NZ 55-5 and 199 runs behind a target of 254, despite only 10 overs being possible on a rain-affected day three.
England poised for win over New Zealand amid criticism of Lord's pitch, with former players and commentators labeling it 'unfair' and 'not up to standard' due to variable bounce and lateral movement.
Emilio Gay scored 57 in his first Test innings for England at Lord's, showing resilience and technique despite the challenging pitch conditions, becoming the first English opener to make a 50 in their first Test in the country since Andrew Strauss in 2004.
Emilio Gay, 26, scored a composed 57 off 95 balls in his Test debut for England, becoming the first England men’s opener to achieve a half-century on home soil since Andrew Strauss in 2004.
England's 'Bazball' approach, heralded by a 2022 comeback win, faces renewed scrutiny after a dismal 140 all out against New Zealand at Lord's. Despite difficult conditions, the team's volatile performance raises doubts about the long-term viability of the strategy and its impact on player development.
Iceland Cricket humorously referenced Zak Crawley's "spirit" still being with the England team after their batting collapse against New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's. England was bowled out for 140, with Harry Brook scoring 56.
Play at Lord's between England and New Zealand has been suspended due to heavy rain, with further showers forecast throughout the five-day Test match. England batted first, reaching 16/1 with debutant Emilio Gay dismissed by Kyle Jamieson before the interruption.
England's batting lineup faltered on a rain-disrupted opening day at Lord's, losing key wickets including Joe Root and Ben Duckett. Play was repeatedly halted by rain, with concerns over the pitch's slow pace and bounce.
Lord's hosts its 150th Test match between England and New Zealand amid storylines of redemption and the growing influence of franchise cricket. England's squad sees new faces and returns, while concerns linger over player availability due to IPL commitments, prompting ICC action.
Lord's Cricket Ground celebrates its 150th Test, marking a sesquicentenary unmatched globally. Despite its exclusivity and high costs, the iconic venue retains an almost mythical status for cricket lovers due to its rich history and enduring legacy.
Four years after England's transformative Test series win against New Zealand, the two teams prepare for a rematch at Lord's. Coach Brendon McCullum aims to evolve England's attacking style, while NZ captain Kane Williamson focuses on his team's preparation.
The Korean drama "21st Century Lord's Wife," starring IU and Byun Woo-seok, is embroiled in a controversy over its depiction of a coronation scene, with some viewers accusing it of historical distortion by using Chinese-style imperial elements. Despite apologies from the production team and cast, the debate continues, with some media outlets suggesting the controversy may be overblown given the drama's fictional kingdom setting.
Jacob Bethell has withdrawn from IPL 2026 due to a finger injury, raising concerns for England's Test series against New Zealand. The 22-year-old batter will return to the UK for assessment, with his availability for the Lord's Test uncertain.
Tasmania's new pet laws were tested as TASCAT ruled a landlord acted reasonably in refusing a tenant's rescue kitten due to strata by-laws. The laws presume pets are allowed unless landlords show reasonable grounds for refusal, but strata rules requiring body corporate approval were found to override this.
A man in Morbi allegedly allowed his landlord and the landlord's relative to rape his wife and 13-year-old daughter due to unpaid rent, leading to arrests and an ongoing search for absconding relatives.
A man in Morbi allowed his landlord to rape his wife and 13-year-old daughter due to unpaid rent, leading to arrests and ongoing searches for relatives involved.
Emilio Gay, 26, receives his first England call-up to open against New Zealand at Lord's on June 4, driven by his Caribbean roots and inspired by a childhood trip that sparked his cricket passion.
Anant Ambani, son of Asia's richest man Mukesh Ambani, has offered to receive and care for Colombia's population of hippos descended from animals illegally imported by drug lord Pablo Escobar. The herd of around 80 hippos, dubbed 'cocaine hippos', has grown from an original male and female pair kept at Escobar's Hacienda Nápoles ranch. Colombia, which has struggled to control the invasive species, decided to cull them. Vantara zoo in Gujarat says it is ready to provide lifelong care.
England women's cricket captain Nat Sciver-Brunt admits her side have underachieved since their memorable 2017 World Cup victory at Lord's. With no major trophies or Ashes series wins in nine years, England will begin the T20 World Cup on 12 June seeking to end that drought. Sciver-Brunt took over as captain last summer and oversaw a semi-final exit at the 2024 50-over World Cup.
