England coach Brendon McCullum confirmed Ben Stokes is expected to captain the team in the third Test against New Zealand. Stokes and Gus Atkinson were withdrawn from county matches after breaking curfew but Stokes has been playing for Durham, scoring 95 runs. An ECB investigation is ongoing.
New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. Matt Henry's career-best figures of 11-109 were instrumental in England's collapse on the final day, setting up a decisive third Test at Trent Bridge.
New Zealand secured a commanding 253-run victory over an inexperienced England in the second Test at The Oval. Matt Henry's exceptional bowling performance, including a career-best 11 wickets, dismantled England's chase, leveling the three-match series at 1-1 and setting up a decisive final Test.
New Zealand defeated England by 253 runs in the second Test at The Oval, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. Matt Henry's career-best figures of 11-109, including 6-29 in the second innings, dismantled England's chase.
New Zealand established a dominant position on day three of the second Test against England, reaching 252 for three and leading by 352 runs. Henry Nicholls scored an unbeaten 119 and Rachin Ravindra added 76, grinding down England's attack. England's batting collapsed earlier, setting up a likely series decider.
Ben Stokes may return as England captain for the third Test against New Zealand next week, as an investigation into a nightclub incident progresses. Stokes and Gus Atkinson broke curfew, and while unavailable for the second Test, a path for their return is reportedly clearing.
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.
Jeremy Coney recounts a humorous incident involving Phil Edmonds' watch during a 1986 Test match in England. He also discusses the 'Ilford Seconds' slur from England captain Mike Gatting and how his semi-professional New Zealand team embraced it, ultimately winning their first Test series in England.
