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Harry Brook struck 100 off 51 to anchor England’s chase of 165 as they overcame Pakistan by two wickets in Pallekele, promoting himself to No. 3 and guiding England into the T20 World Cup semi-finals; the innings survived early trouble, with Dawson taking 3-24 and Archer finishing the chase, while Brook became the third England player to score centuries in all three formats.
England clinched the ODI series 2-1 in Colombo after Joe Root (111*) and Harry Brook (136*) shared an unbroken 191-run stand to power 357-3, then Sri Lanka were bowled out for 304 as England’s bowlers held their nerve, with Rathnayake’s 121 the standout for the hosts.
England overhauled Sri Lanka’s 219 to win by five wickets, reaching 223-5 in 46.2 overs in Colombo to level the ODI series at 1-1. Joe Root anchored the chase with 75 off 90 balls, sharing 68 with Ben Duckett (39) and 81 with Harry Brook (42) as England’s innings blended caution with scoring: Buttler 33* provided the late rush. Adil Rashid led the England bowling with 2-34 as spin dominated on a turning surface, with England using six different spinners.
Gus Atkinson of England injured his hamstring during the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, adding to England's injury woes in the series, which already includes key fast bowlers. He was replaced by Ollie Pope after feeling soreness while bowling.
The ECB is investigating footage of Ben Duckett appearing intoxicated during the Ashes tour in Australia, amid concerns over player conduct during a mid-series break in Noosa, with Duckett's recent poor performance adding to the scrutiny.
Brendon McCullum expresses his desire to continue as England's cricket coach amid ongoing Ashes series challenges, with his future potentially influenced by ECB decisions and team performance, as England faces a series of defeats in Australia.
Heather Knight's unbeaten 79 helped England secure a narrow four-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the Women's World Cup, despite a challenging pitch and struggles against spin bowling. England's bowlers dominated, taking nine wickets, and Knight's resilience under pressure was key to their win, maintaining their winning streak in the tournament.
England dominated South Africa with a 10-wicket victory in their Women's World Cup opener, bowling out South Africa for just 69 and chasing the target comfortably in 14.1 overs, showcasing strong bowling and disciplined batting.
Jacob Bethell, at 21 years old, will become England's youngest men's cricket captain during the Ireland T20 series, taking leadership due to the absence of regular players. The series offers Bethell a chance to develop his leadership skills on the international stage, amidst a summer of limited play and team adjustments. The full-strength England team will also face South Africa in upcoming ODIs and T20s, with notable absences including Mark Wood and Gus Atkinson.
Ben Stokes will miss the fifth Test against India at The Oval due to a shoulder injury, leaving England without their key all-rounder in a crucial match that could determine their series victory and impact future series, including the Ashes. Stokes has been instrumental in the series but has pushed his physical limits, raising concerns about his fitness and future in international cricket.
England's selection for the upcoming Test against India remains uncertain, with Luke Wright not committing to Ollie Pope's place at number three and considering Jacob Bethell as a strong alternative. Bethell, who has impressed in recent matches, is close to selection and could challenge Pope or Zak Crawley for a spot. The squad also sees Jamie Overton returning after three years, while Matthew Potts misses out, and Jofra Archer plans to regain match fitness in county cricket.
Ben Duckett's stunning innings of 133 runs off 118 balls in the second Test against India in Rajkot has helped England stay in the game, trailing by just 238 runs going into day three. Duckett's aggressive batting against R Ashwin, who claimed his 500th Test wicket, showcased his maturity and flair, marking a remarkable comeback for the player who had faced challenges in the past. His partnership with Joe Root and potential to continue his rampage on day three gives England hope for a competitive performance in the match.
Ollie Pope's remarkable batting performance, scoring 148 not out in the fourth day of the India vs England Test match in Hyderabad, has turned the game around for England. Despite initial struggles and a recent shoulder surgery, Pope's aggressive yet calculated approach at the crease has defied India's formidable bowling attack, earning praise from captain Joe Root. His innings, characterized by audacious shot-making and resilience, has shifted the momentum in England's favor, showcasing his potential as a key player in the team's lineup.
Former England cricketer David Lloyd has issued an ultimatum to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) over the delayed visa of cricketer Shoaib Bashir for the Test series in India, urging them to either demand Bashir's inclusion before starting the series, or bring the team back home. Lloyd criticized the delay in Bashir's visa, citing a similar incident with Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja last year, and emphasized the need for England to support Bashir. He suggested that India is preventing Bashir from playing and called for a delay in the series until Bashir's arrival.
Shoaib Bashir has finally received his India visa and is set to join England's Test squad in Hyderabad over the weekend after a prolonged process that required him to return to the UK from the UAE. The saga attracted attention from the British government, with England's captain Ben Stokes expressing frustration over the situation. The British government intervened, emphasizing the need for fair treatment of British citizens in the visa process. With the matter now resolved, Bashir is expected to join the squad and decompress after the ordeal before the second Test in Visakhapatnam.