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Nimble or nervous 90s? Cricket maths show best approach to scoring a century

Stats tell us batters have less reason to be anxious in the 90s than common lore suggests, though the pain and fear of falling short is all too real

The Guardian - UK

Former England players criticise Ben Stokes’ captaincy and Bazball ‘cult’ after Ashes thrashing by Australia

England arrived in Perth in November with big ambitions of a rare Ashes win on Australian soil but were outplayed for most of the five Test matches and leave empty handed

The Independent UK

Sir Geoffrey Boycott calls for England coach Brendon McCullum to go

Boycott believes captain Ben Stokes should also face the axe if he fails to learn some tough lessons

The Independent UK

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Robin Smith: Tributes paid to 'one of England’s most charismatic and popular players' after death at 62

Former team-mates including Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain recount fond memories of ‘The Judge’

Evening Standard

Mitchell Starc has got England’s number as Ben Stokes faces a dirty dozen in Brisbane

Australia quick is finding new ways to break records as he closes on Pakistan great Wasim Akram’s benchmark for the most Test wickets by a left-arm bowler

The Guardian - AU

Boland's MCG heroics more relevant than 2023 Ashes blip

England went after Scott Boland in the 2023 Ashes and became the only team to conquer the Victorian, but Australia's coach believes that is now irrelevant.

AAP

Who is Dickie Bird? Quick Facts About Legendary Cricket Umpire and National Treasure Who Died Aged 92

Dickie Bird, the beloved cricket umpire and Barnsley legend, has died aged 92, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, eccentricity and enduring affection from players and fans worldwide.

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Dickie Bird: The magnetic umpire ‘married to cricket’ who was impossible to ignore

Bird has died at the age of 92 after becoming a household name for his charismatic personality on and off the cricket pitch

The Independent UK

Behind the scenes at Sky Sports Cricket and how they changed the game

EXCLUSIVE: After nearly 20 years as the primary home of televised cricket in England, Sky Sports are still setting standards. Harry Latham-Coyle was granted an exclusive look behind the scenes at their Test coverage

The Independent UK

Michael Atherton expects Jos Buttler’s time as England captain to be over

Buttler’s side were eliminated from the Champions trophy after losing to Afghanistan.

The Independent UK

Nasser Hussain explains why India have ‘home advantage’ at Champions Trophy

Rohit Sharma’s side will play all their matches in the tournament at a neutral venue in Dubai

The Independent UK

Michael Atherton pinpoints where England can expose ‘vulnerable’ Australia in Ashes

The former England skipper has highlighted where Australia must improve after a mixed series against India

The Independent UK

Pakistan v England: third men’s cricket Test, day two – as it happened

Pakistan rallied to take a 77-run lead with Saud Shakeel scoring 134, before England slumped to 24-3 at stumps

The Guardian - UK

Sir Alastair Cook backs Joe Root to become all-time leading Test run scorer

Root overtook Cook’s England mark during the first Test in Pakistan.

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The Guardian - UK

Nepo babies on rise in Championship as 2005 anniversary approaches

Archie Vaughan and Rocky Flintoff, sons of 2005 Ashes heroes Michael and Andrew, made their first appearances this season at the callow ages of 18 and 16 respectively

The Guardian - UK

A country for young men: Ben Stokes gets England’s Test debutants shining

Getting your Test cap is always a memorable moment, even more so under the current England management team

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James Anderson closing in on historic 700 Test wickets milestone

James Anderson's stellar performance in the second Test against India has sparked debate over whether he is England's greatest-ever sportsperson, according...

The Hindu

India looked the best team by a country mile: Atherton

India best team by country mile; Shami, Bumrah, Siraj, Jadeja, Kuldeep form impressive attack. India's pace bowling has changed dramatically since Atherton's time. India vs South Africa on Sunday promises to be exciting contest.

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The Independent UK

Struggling England ‘at end of cycle’ in ODIs, says Michael Atherton

Jos Buttler’s side were skittled for 156 in their must-win World Cup clash with Sri Lanka.

Evening Standard

Michael Atherton’s son Josh De Caires in England Lions squad for first time

Josh De Caires, son of former England captain Michael Atherton, has been called up to an England Lions training camp for the first time.

The Independent UK

Mark Wood says big-money T20 offer is testing his ‘love’ of playing for England

Meanwhile, former England captain Michael Atherton says Test cricket is ‘withering in front of our eyes’

The Independent UK

Mark Wood says big money T20 offer is testing his ‘love’ of playing for England

Meanwhile, former England captain Michael Atherton says Test cricket is “withering in front of our eyes.”

The Independent UK

Middlesex’s Josh de Caires takes career-best figures against Essex

Nick Browne (59) and Sir Alastair Cook (58) put on a century stand before De Caires, the 21-year-old son of Michael Atherton, took centre stage.

The Independent UK

Stuart Broad: A desire for improvement kept the paceman at the top of his game

Heading into his final Test match, he had racked up 602 dismissals in 167 Tests at an average of 27.66.

The Independent UK

My Ashes memories: England players relive their battles with Australia for the urn

Winning the Ashes ‘can set you up for life’ - what the series means to me

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