England must replace not just the talent but also the winning persona of Ben Stokes, says Michael Vaughan, after Stokes' surprise retirement announcement during the deciding Test against New Zealand.
Michael Vaughan believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, despite revolutionizing T20 batting, must refine his fielding stamina to succeed internationally, suggesting England could exploit this by making India field first.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan expressed surprise over India's decision to omit 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from the playing XI for the T20I against Ireland. Despite Sooryavanshi's impressive rise, India opted for experienced players, leading Vaughan to question the move on social media.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan expressed surprise over India's decision to leave out 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from the playing XI for the T20I against Ireland. Despite the youngster's recent call-up and impressive form, India opted for experienced players, leading Vaughan to question the move on social media.
Former England skipper Michael Vaughan believes it would be a "travesty" if Ben Stokes does not captain England again, despite the all-rounder's future remaining uncertain following a nightclub incident and curfew breach. Stokes was left out of the squad for the second Test against New Zealand, with coach Brendon McCullum and director Rob Key refusing to confirm his return as captain.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan supports Ben Stokes to continue as skipper despite a team curfew breach. Vaughan believes Stokes' contributions to English cricket warrant another chance, though he acknowledges the captain's mistake reflects poorly on the team.
Joe Root will captain England in the second Test against New Zealand after Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were dropped for breaking team curfew. The ECB is investigating the incident, and Stokes is reportedly considering his future.
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.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 97 off 29 balls with 12 sixes, breaking Chris Gayle’s record for most sixes in an IPL season (65), leading Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator, prompting widespread praise from cricket legends and public figures.
Jofra Archer is reportedly unbothered by criticism in England for prioritizing IPL commitments over the first Test against New Zealand, according to Rajasthan Royals assistant coach Trevor Penny. Meanwhile, Jacob Bethell has returned home from the IPL due to a finger injury.
Michael Vaughan advised Jacob Bethell to leave the IPL and return to England for assessment due to a finger injury and uncertainty over his playing time with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Vaughan emphasized prioritizing national duty ahead of England's Test summer.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's IPL 2026 performance is drawing global attention, with Michael Vaughan stating UK fans tune in specifically for him. Vaughan believes age is the only barrier to his India debut, calling him the season's best opener.
Michael Vaughan criticizes England's cricket board for allowing Jofra Archer to prioritize IPL over Test matches, questioning central contract priorities and the future of Test cricket.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is electrifying the IPL 2026 with his explosive batting, amassing 404 runs and a remarkable 37 sixes. Experts like Michael Vaughan are hailing him as potentially the world's best six-hitter, drawing comparisons to Chris Gayle. His rapid ascent has sparked discussions about his value and future international prospects, with Vaughan predicting an imminent India call-up.
Former captain Michael Vaughan says it is "ridiculous" England are yet to appoint their new national selector.
