London Spirit's men's and women's teams suffered opening defeats at Lord's in The Hundred, continuing a trend of poor starts despite new personnel. Liam Livingstone's 69 for the men and a low-scoring women's match were overshadowed by Manchester Super Giants' victories, alongside an unexpected Tinie Tempah performance.
England selects 17-player squad for 5-match T20I series against India starting July 1, with 22-year-old all-rounder James Coles making his international debut. Harry Brook captains the side, which includes key players Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, and Adil Rashid.
Sonny Baker experienced a mix of emotions and challenges during his Test cricket debut. Initial nerves and communication issues with Joe Root were followed by a difficult spell with the ball, but Baker showed resilience.
Fast bowler Sonny Baker made a memorable Test debut against New Zealand, taking 2 wickets and embracing his authentic, expressive style. Despite previous wicketless T20 and ODI debuts, Baker's performance at The Oval was praised by coach Brendon McCullum and the player himself, marking a positive moment for English cricket amidst recent challenges.
Debutante Sonny Baker impressed on the first day of the second Test at the Oval, taking two wickets for England against New Zealand. The 23-year-old bowler, playing his 14th first-class game, took wickets of Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell, finishing with figures of two for 63. Baker expressed his excitement and relief at performing well, overcoming pre-match nerves.
England will hand Test debuts to Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker for the second match against New Zealand at the Oval. Matthew Fisher returns, and Jofra Archer is back after a break. Joe Root will captain the side in Ben Stokes's absence due to a team curfew breach.
Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker will make their England Test debuts in the second Test against New Zealand. Matthew Fisher also plays his second Test, while Jofra Archer returns. James Rew is on standby for Jamie Smith, whose partner is due to give birth. Stokes and Atkinson are out pending investigation.
Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker will make their England Test debuts against New Zealand. Matthew Fisher returns, Jofra Archer is back, and James Rew is on standby. The squad faces disruption from injuries and an off-field incident involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson.
England have named a 12-player squad for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, with a decision on Sonny Baker's debut pending weather forecasts. Shoaib Bashir is confirmed as the frontline spinner.
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England announces a 15-man squad for the first Test against New Zealand, featuring uncapped players Emilio Gay, James Rew, and Sonny Baker, alongside Ollie Robinson's return after a two-year absence.
England recalls Ollie Robinson after a two-year international hiatus and introduces uncapped trio Emilio Gay, James Rew, and Sonny Baker for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, starting June 4.
Sonny Baker, a 23-year-old Hampshire pace bowler, is hoping for a Test debut this summer after an expensive start to his international career. The pacer, who has clocked 92mph this season, concedes his only T20 appearance for England was cut short by a broken call, but he believes he can add much-needed firepower to an England team rebuilding after the retirements of several senior bowlers.
