England Vs Pakistan

Harry Brook has given his full backing to Joe Root as England's Test captain while speaking candidly about the Wellington nightclub incident and the scrutiny surrounding his batting.

Jordan Cox has opened up about the lasting impact of advice from Virat Kohli as he prepares to fill England's crucial number three slot against Pakistan. The Essex batter steps up following Jacob Bethell's knee injury.

Joe Root is captaining England for a record 66th time as he leads the side against Pakistan at Headingley. Jamie Hall looks at what his previous spell tells us about what comes next.

Emilio Gay retired hurt with a shoulder problem during Durham's One-Day Cup fixture against Middlesex, casting uncertainty over his place in England's squad for the upcoming Pakistan Test series.

Joe Root is embracing a return to the England Test captaincy with fresh enthusiasm, insisting he is in a far healthier headspace than when the role overwhelmed him back in 2022.

Babar Azam is back at the helm of Pakistan's Test side after Shan Masood was removed following a torrid run of results. The change comes ahead of a crucial summer that includes three Tests in England.

Sam Curran has put his hand up for a Test recall following Ben Stokes' sudden retirement, but admits he won't be losing sleep over the speculation. Jamie Hall looks at England's options.