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Richard Gould defends England regime over criticism from ‘dropped’ players

The England and Wales Cricket Board chief executive says resources must be focused on those who are in the England team.

The Independent UK

Brendon McCullum poised to stay on as ECB backs England head coach

The head coach is expected to survive a review triggered by England’s Ashes defeat, as will Rob Key, the managing director of men’s cricket

The Guardian - UK

Lionesses head coach Sarina Wiegman awarded honorary damehood in New Year Honours

Lionesses manager honoured after back-to-back Euros triumphs

Evening Standard

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How sports have reacted to Supreme Court’s transgender women ruling

The debate over transgender women in sports has only intensified since the UK Supreme Court’s ruling on the definition of a woman

The Independent UK

Sunil Gavaskar slams ECB over retirement of Pataudi Trophy, urges Indian players to decline name honours

NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has strongly criticised the England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) decision to retire the Pataudi Trophy, calling it a move that lacks sensitivity and historical respect.

The Times of India

Matthew Hoggard: I was ‘cancelled’ over Azeem Rafiq racism scandal

In 2023, an England and Wales Cricket Board commission found Hoggard guilty of four offences related to allegedly using racist or discriminatory language

The Independent UK

Harry Brook named England's new white-ball vice-captain ahead of India series

NEW DELHI: England's promising young batter Harry Brook has been appointed as the new white-ball vice-captain, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced ahead of their much-anticipated series against India. Brook, who turns 26 next month, has quickly established himself as a key player in England's setup since his…

The Times of India

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Counties warned to spend ringfenced cash on women’s cricket or risk losing it

Counties hosting professional women’s teams will be strictly monitored to ensure the England and Wales Cricket Board’s multimillion pound investment is being used to achieve gender equality

The Guardian - UK

Heather Knight hopeful Lord’s can be more ‘regular fixture’ for England

Lord’s is scheduled to host at least one white-ball match every year until 2031, starting against New Zealand on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Michael Vaughan gives a defiant 'one-word response' after backlash for 'playing IPL better than playing vs Pakistan' comment

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Michael Vaughan has found himself at the center of a social media storm after his comment on Pakistan cricket. The controversy arose following Vaughan's criticism of the England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) decision to withdraw key players from the ongoing IPL 2024 for a…

The Times of India

'They need to be penalised': Sunil Gavaskar calls for action amid England players' early IPL exit controversy

NEW DELHI: The England and Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) directive for players to return home for national duty from IPL ahead of the T20 World Cup has sparked debate, with former India captain Sunil Gavaskar calling for decisive action from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and…

The Times of India

Report finds racism, sexism and elitism rife in English cricket

Independent commission finds racism ‘entrenched’ and women were treated as ‘second-class citizens’ in English cricket.

Al Jazeera

Michael Vaughan: Former England cricket captain cleared of charge of making racist comment at Yorkshire

Panel ruled that case against Vaughan was not proved ‘on balance of probabilities’

Evening Standard

Sophia Dunkley hopes The Hundred can follow Women’s Premier League’s footsteps

The England and Wales Cricket Board’s 100-ball competition still divides opinion.

The Independent UK

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Michael Vaughan says it is ‘inconceivable’ he made racist comment to team-mates

The former England captain has begun his defence against an England and Wales Cricket Board charge of using racist and/or discriminatory language.

Daily Mirror

ECB uses Genderbread Person in language guide despite 'unscientific nonsense' criticism

The England and Wales Cricket board have used a "genderbread" person to its language guide which is aimed to promote inclusivity within the sport

Evening Standard

Tim Bresnan accused of racist language towards Azeem Rafiq’s sister as Yorkshire racism commission begins

Tim Bresnan has been accused of using a racist comment towards Azeem Rafiq’s sister while the England and Wales Cricket Board told a disciplinary panel it is “more likely than not” three former Yorkshire players used racist or discriminatory language.

The Guardian - UK

The Yorkshire racism scandal: how did we get here and what’s next?

With the CDC hearings taking place next month these are the key questions in a complicated and high-profile case

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The Guardian - UK

Private equity firm ‘makes £400m offer’ for 75% stake in the Hundred

English cricket is understood to have received a ‘£400m private equity approach’ for a majority stake in the Hundred

The Guardian - UK

ECB’s Richard Thompson: ‘It’s not quite a Packer moment, but it’s a real risk’

The new chair of the England and Wales Cricket Board tells Ali Martin about the challenges of balancing multiple formats and expanding diversity

The Guardian - UK

Mark Wood admits worry over Pakistan tour after attack on Imran Khan

The England and Wales Cricket Board has no immediate plans to abandon their Test tour of Pakistan despite the attempted assassination of the former prime minister – and captain of the national cricket team – Imran Khan

Birmingham Post

Bristol City chief executive to move to England and Wales Cricket Board

Richard Gould, who joined the club just 18 months ago, will remain at the side until the end of the January transfer window

Evening Standard

Richard Gould: ECB name Bristol City chief as new CEO to succeed Tom Harrison

Former Surrey and Somerset CEO Richard Gould has been confirmed as the new chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

The Independent UK

Sex assault survivor calls for independent inquiry into abuse within cricket

Michael Strange was sentenced for sexually abusing David in 2016.

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: The highs and lows of the previous editions

NEW DELHI: Twenty20 cricket was introduced by the England and Wales Cricket Board for inter-county cricket in 2003 to boost the game's popularity, especially amongst youngsters. And it won't be an understatement to say that T20 cricket has taken the world by storm, after being viewed suspiciously in the beginning.

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