Jamie Hall

Middlesex skipper Leus du Plooy's 24th first-class hundred gives the hosts the upper hand on the first day against Gloucestershire.

England Test captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum make new players feel "on top of the world", says all-rounder Will Jacks after receiving a surprise recall for the Ashes.

Ollie Robinson produces a stunning six-wicket haul to put Sussex in charge on day one of their Division One clash at Worcestershire.

Surrey's title chances fade after Hampshire bowl them out for 147, boosting the south coast county's survival hopes.

Rob Key says Ollie Pope is “the man in possession” of England’s number three spot but stops short of confirming who will line up for the first Ashes Test.

Northamptonshire and England fast bowler George Scrimshaw and Germany T20 all-rounder Justin Broad agree new contract extensions at Wantage Road.

Grace Harris is ruled out of Australia's squad for the World Cup and replaced by Heather Graham.

Essex's long-serving opening batter Nick Browne announces he will retire from professional cricket.

Yorkshire describe iconic umpire Dickie Bird as a "national treasure" following his death at the age of 92.

England bowler Kate Cross tells BBC Sport her England central contract will not be renewed.

Pakistan boost their hopes of reaching the Asia Cup final by edging to a five-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi.

England give a surprise recall to Will Jacks as their back-up spinner for the Ashes, with Harry Brook replacing Ollie Pope as vice-captain.