Justin Langer advises all young sports stars to avoid social media
Australia head coach Justin Langer believes young sports stars should steer clear of social media amidst another week of online incidents.
Cricket
Joe Root tips James Anderson to return to his best with England
James Anderson will have the chance to reassert his class in the second Test against Pakistan as England look to seal a series win without the help of inspirational all-rounder Ben Stokes.
Blast Finals Day in October opens door to potential for fans in attendance
The 2020 domestic season will conclude with Vitality Blast Finals Day at Edgbaston on October 3, opening up the possibility for some fans to be in attendance.
Jordan Cox ruled out of Kent’s next match after breaching Covid-19 protocols
Kent batsman Jordan Cox will unavailable for the county’s Bob Willis Trophy match against Middlesex following a breach of the team’s Covid-19 protocols.
Cricket played on Pakistan mountainside goes viral in popular video
A video showing cricketers playing on a makeshift mountainside pitch has proved a big hit online.
North-east cricket return on a sticky wicket
The chances of any cricket being played in the current season in the north-east are in the melting pot according to those who play the game in the area.
Jamie Overton stars as Somerset demolish Northamptonshire
Jamie Overton starred with bat and ball as Somerset completed a 167-run Bob Willis Trophy win over Northamptonshire inside two action-packed days at Wantage Road.
Bowlers breathe life into England in first Test against Pakistan
England’s bowlers set up a thrilling finish to the first Test against Pakistan, digging deep to drag the tourists back from a dominant position at Emirates Old Trafford.
England pass time during rain break with successful header bin challenge
While Pakistan and rain have frustrated England on day one of the first Test, Joe Root’s side were able to achieve one impressive feat at Emirates Old Trafford.
Heino Kuhn hits first Bob Willis Trophy century as Kent make Essex toil
Kent’s Heino Kuhn scored the first century in the Bob Willis Trophy on a tough day for County Championship winners Essex.
Rikki Clarke insists Surrey are motivated despite lack of fans against Middlesex
Surrey’s motivation ahead of Saturday’s Bob Willis Trophy opener against Middlesex remains high according to vice-captain Rikki Clarke despite plans to welcome spectators into the Kia Oval being cut short.
Counties return to action with Bob Willis Trophy replacing Championship action
The 2020 domestic season will finally get under way on Saturday with counties competing to win a new tournament in the shape of the Bob Willis Trophy.
5 players to watch in the county game
County cricket will return on Saturday with games in the inaugural Bob Willis Trophy set to get under way across the country.
Who were the winners and losers from the England v West Indies series?
Ben Stokes ascended to the top of the Test all-rounder rankings while Stuart Broad reached 500 wickets as England came from behind to claim a hard-fought 2-1 win over the West Indies in the #raisethebat series.
The magnificent seven – Stuart Broad joins illustrious 500 club
Stuart Broad has become the seventh member of Test cricket’s elite 500 club and only the fourth seamer to achieve the feat.
The landmark dismissals that make up Stuart Broad’s 500 Test scalps
Stuart Broad has joined James Anderson in becoming a member of Test cricket’s elite 500 club.
‘I don’t believe Stuart Broad has bowled much better than this’ – Andrew Strauss
Sir Andrew Strauss believes Stuart Broad’s competitive streak has helped him find the form of his life as he prepares to enter one of Test cricket’s most exclusive clubs.
England frustrated as rain reigns on day four of Test decider
England’s hopes of a series-clinching victory over the West Indies and Stuart Broad’s pursuit of a 500th Test wicket were frustrated by rain as play was washed out without a ball bowled on day four at Emirates Old Trafford.
Surrey chief executive Richard Gould warns over reduced crowd numbers
Surrey chief executive Richard Gould issued a warning on the long-term viability of reduced crowd numbers after the pilot event against Middlesex got off to a smooth start.
Moeen Ali looks forward with a change of focus
Moeen Ali insists he has not dwelt on his omission from England’s Test set-up as he expressed his joy at being appointed vice-captain to Eoin Morgan for the upcoming one-day international series against Ireland.
Matt Parkinson out of England’s ODI series because of ankle injury
England leg-spinner Matt Parkinson has been ruled out of the one-day international series against Ireland after spraining his left ankle during a fielding session on Monday.
Which sports have resumed and when will the rest follow?
Cricket’s men’s T20 World Cup has become the latest sporting event to be postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Spectators to return to selected sporting events on trial basis this month
Spectators will return at selected sporting events in England later this month, with a view to crowds coming back more widely on a socially-distanced basis from October.
Cricket, snooker and horse racing to stage test events with fans from this month
Crowds are set to be able to attend sporting events for the first time since March later this month as the government plans for a socially-distanced return of spectators to sports grounds by October.
Jofra Archer trip could have been ‘a disaster’ for England’s summer of cricket
Jofra Archer’s unauthorised trip to Brighton could have resulted in “a disaster” costing “tens of millions of pounds” according to Ashley Giles.
Jofra Archer trip could have been a disaster for English cricket – Ashley Giles
Jofra Archer’s unauthorised trip to Brighton could have been “a disaster” for English cricket costing “tens of millions of pounds” according to Ashley Giles.
Cricket Australia names preliminary squad to tour England
Cricket Australia has named a preliminary 26-man squad for its proposed tour of England in September, but said there are “several hurdles to overcome”.
Holder eyes a ton after dominant display with the ball against England
Jason Holder has warned England he is hungry for a century to follow-up his career-best bowling figures, as the West Indies look to force home their advantage on day three of the first #raisethebat Test.
Alex Hales remains out of England picture as Ed Smith backs Eoin Morgan’s call
Alex Hales remains in the international wilderness after England national selector Ed Smith backed limited-overs captain Eoin Morgan’s decision to freeze out the big-hitting Nottinghamshire batsman.
Reece Topley and David Willey return to England fold for ODI series with Ireland
Reece Topley and David Willey have been included in a 24-strong behind-closed-doors training group which will go into camp at the Ageas Bowl later this month to prepare for three one-day internationals against Ireland.