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.
As the World Cup nears, national teams are using creative social media videos, enlisting celebrities, politicians, and even royalty for squad announcements, moving beyond traditional press conferences.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has selected Ivan Toney for his World Cup squad after holding talks over his attitude. Toney's inclusion is the most eye-catching, with Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, and Harry Maguire overlooked.
England's World Cup squad announcement was marred by leaks to journalists on Thursday, with many players finding out their fate hours before the official reveal. Manager Thomas Tuchel expressed displeasure with Harry Maguire's public reaction to his omission, highlighting concerns about team spirit and selflessness.
The FA's World Cup squad announcement was marred by app crashes and pre-emptive leaks, highlighting a shift towards pragmatic coaching under Thomas Tuchel. Despite fan outrage over omissions like Harry Maguire, the squad reflects Tuchel's tactical approach, prioritizing meritocracy and speed over sentiment.
England's World Cup squad announcement has caused controversy, with stars like Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Trent Alexander-Arnold surprisingly left out. Harry Maguire expressed deep disappointment over his non-nomination.
Thomas Tuchel has reportedly left Cole Palmer out of England's World Cup squad due to concerns over his personality and suitability for tournament football, prioritizing team chemistry and leadership. Phil Foden also missed out, while experienced players like Dan Burn and Jordan Henderson were selected.
Thomas Tuchel will announce his England squad for the World Cup on Friday, with a focus on consistency and a blend of youth and experience. Harry Maguire has been excluded, while the fitness of key players like John Stones and Reece James is a concern. Ivan Toney is the expected wildcard inclusion.
Scotland coach Steve Clarke named his World Cup squad, with Oli McBurnie's omission a major talking point. McBurnie learned of his exclusion from a teammate, not Clarke. Clarke defended his selection process, citing trust in established players, and aims to resolve his own contract before the tournament.
India's selectors meet today to finalise squads for the one-off Test and ODI series against Afghanistan. Workload management for senior players like Jasprit Bumrah and potential inclusion of emerging talents like Prince Yadav and Aquib Nabi are key considerations.
India’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad announcement saw Kashvee Gautam and Amanjot Kaur miss out due to injuries, with the BCCI confirming both were unavailable for selection. Uncapped pacer Nandini Sharma earned a maiden call-up after a strong WPL season, while Yastika Bhatia returned after recovering from ACL surgery. Pratika Rawal was excluded from the T20 squad but included for the one-off Test against England.
