England cricket captain Ben Stokes faces suspension for breaking curfew after a win against New Zealand. The incident, involving a scuffle with a rugby player, highlights a history of disciplinary issues and the sport's class-ridden origins, leading to scrutiny of individual moral failings.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is contemplating a total ban on alcohol for international players following recent incidents involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. Managing director Rob Key expressed concerns about player trustworthiness and the impact on regaining public trust.
England cricket director Rob Key is contemplating an alcohol ban for the national team following a nightclub incident involving all-rounder Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. Both players broke a midnight curfew and will miss the second Test against New Zealand. Key expressed frustration and uncertainty about Stokes' future as captain.
England captain Ben Stokes and player Gus Atkinson reportedly broke team curfew and were involved in a physical altercation after a Test win. Former captain Geoffrey Boycott called for a suspension, not a fine, for Stokes, emphasizing the need for discipline and leadership by example.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and teammate Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a breach of team protocols after an incident at a nightclub involving a Saracens rugby player.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a breach of team protocols at a London nightclub, potentially jeopardizing Stokes' captaincy.
England's cricket team wore black armbands and observed a moment of silence to honor former cricketers who have died since their last home fixture. The tribute included remembering New Zealand's Martin Crowe, with his daughter ringing the bell before the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's.
England cricket coach Brendon McCullum identifies key areas for improvement after a disappointing Ashes series, including better handling of pressure, refining dressing-room culture, inspiring a performance uplift, managing his own workload, and selecting the optimal team.
England cricket coach Brendon McCullum vows to address alcohol and attitude issues in the team with a 'firm grip', acknowledging mistakes during last winter's tours and differences with captain Ben Stokes, while expressing confidence in improvement for upcoming series.
MJK Smith, a former England cricket captain and consistent batsman for Warwickshire, has died at the age of 92. He led England from 1964-1966 and was known for his calm, classless approach and astute captaincy.
Mike Smith, former captain of Warwickshire and England cricket teams, has passed away at the age of 92. He played 50 Tests for England, captaining in 25 matches, and represented Warwickshire for 19 years. Smith was awarded an OBE in 1976.
The former England keeper has the chance to represent his country once again after flourishing as a senior cricketer“I once hit a six in very murky conditions to win a game which got us promoted.” Nigel Martyn is lost in a reverie. The former England, Leeds, Everton and Crystal Palace player was English football’s first £1m goalkeeper, chalked up 846 club appearances in a career that spanned three decades, went to two World Cups and played in an FA Cup final. But it is a smear over long-on in the Yorkshire gloaming that has him misty-eyed.“Wow. I remember that feeling was … yeah. That was as good as any feeling that I had on a football field.” Continue reading...
Former football goalkeeper Nigel Martyn is eyeing the chance to join a pantheon of Englishmen to become 'dual internationals'.
Cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to amaze, with England cricketer Jos Buttler jokingly questioning if the 15-year-old prodigy is 'AI'. Sooryavanshi's witty 'God-gifted' reply to 'AI chip' theories has won hearts. Buttler lauded his fearless six-hitting against top bowlers, while Sooryavanshi rewrites IPL history, becoming the fastest to 400 runs.
Former England cricketer Sajid Mahmood is supporting the new Knight-Stokes Cup, a national competition for state school students designed to increase accessibility and talent identification in a sport dominated by private education.
