England's risky preparation could backfire
England's decision not to send first-choice batters to pink-ball warm-up is a strange decision, writes Jonathan Agnew.
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England's decision not to send first-choice batters to pink-ball warm-up is a strange decision, writes Jonathan Agnew.

India concede a massive 288-run first innings lead and face a series defeat after being bowled out for 201 by South Africa on day three of the second Test in Guwahati.

Darcey Carter starred again as Scotland made it three wins from three at the Emerging Nations Trophy with a comfortable 10-wicket success against United Arab Emirates.

Bangladesh eventually overcome a spirited Ireland on the final day of the second Test to claim a 2-0 series win in Mirpur.

India face an uphill battle if they are to avoid another home Test series defeat after South Africa hit 489 on day two of the second Test in Guwahati.
Head coach Brendon McCullum says England are "incredibly disappointed" by defeat in the first Ashes Test but their approach gives them the "best chance" of winning the series.

England fans "should be better than" the "abuse" they direct at Australia batter Steve Smith, says former coach Darren Lehmann.

Australia legend Glenn McGrath questions if England's batters have the game to do well down under - and warns the Ashes could get away from them quickly.

Harry Tector hits a half-century as Ireland push Bangladesh into the fifth day of their second Test in Mirpur.

There was yet more Ashes controversy on day two of the first Test in Perth as England's Jamie Smith was given out. Was the right decision made?

Australia captain Pat Cummins says he could be fit to return for the second Ashes Test next month.

England go down to a humbling defeat in the first Ashes Test after Travis Head’s blistering century completes an astonishing Australia fightback in Perth.