Women's CricketNat Sciver-Brunt Hopes for Another World Cup After England’s Final Loss
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt reflects on the Women’s T20 World Cup final defeat, her injury comeback and why she wants to play in another global event.
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70 SportCricket stories and 28 match previews tagged England, published between 18 May 2026 and 2 Oct 2026.
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NewsHarry Brook Says Leading England in Tests Would Be a Great Honour
England white-ball captain Harry Brook says he would gladly take the Test captaincy if offered, backs Joe Root’s stand-in role and commits to England.
Team NewsMcCullum Insists His Commitment to England Is Intact After Test Series Defeat
England head coach Brendon McCullum says his belief in the team’s direction is unchanged, despite seven losses in nine Tests and Ben Stokes’ retirement.
Player SpotlightTendulkar Salutes Ben Stokes After the England All-Rounder’s Retirement
Sachin Tendulkar praised Ben Stokes’ fearless style and leadership after the England all-rounder retired from international cricket at the age of 35.
AnalysisGavaskar Wants Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India’s XI for the First England T20I
Sunil Gavaskar hopes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays the opening T20I against England, as India try to recover from the series loss to Ireland.
Team NewsRetired Stokes Throws Full Support Behind Harry Brook as Next England Test Captain
Ben Stokes says Harry Brook has his full backing as England Test captain, with the ECB due to decide before the August series against Pakistan.
AnalysisBen Stokes as Test Captain: The Record, the Milestones and the Bazball Legacy
A look at Ben Stokes’ four years as England Test captain: 44 matches, 24 wins, the Bazball approach, and the series and records that defined his tenure.
NewsEngland Docked 12 WTC Points for Slow Over Rate After Oval Defeat
The ICC has deducted 12 World Test Championship points from England for a slow over rate, dropping them to seventh after a 253-run loss to New Zealand.
Team NewsStokes and Atkinson Withdrawn From County Games Ahead of England’s Third Test
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were pulled from County Championship matches mid-game, fuelling talk of an England recall for the third Test at Trent Bridge.
Team NewsStokes Expected to Captain England in Third Test as Nightclub Row Calms
Reports say ECB frustration over the Stokes and Atkinson nightclub episode has eased, with Stokes tipped to resume as England captain for the third Test.
Player SpotlightGlenn Phillips Dedicates Maiden Test Hundred to Late Father in England
Glenn Phillips reached his first Test century against England and dedicated it to his late father, as New Zealand posted 391 and England sat at 222 for 6.
AnalysisMichael Vaughan Says England Still Need Ben Stokes as Test Captain
Michael Vaughan argues England’s Test side needs Ben Stokes as captain despite the curfew row, saying only Joe Root could realistically lead him.
Women's CricketNat Sciver-Brunt Plays Down Calf Worry After Retiring Out in England’s Win Over Ireland
Nat Sciver-Brunt retired out on 48 with calf tightness as England beat Ireland by four wickets chasing 119, and says the problem is not serious.
Team NewsRavindra Says New Zealand’s Batters Must Share the Load After Williamson’s Retirement
Rachin Ravindra says no single player can replace the retired Kane Williamson, as New Zealand face a reshaped England at The Oval needing a win to level.
Women's CricketLauren Bell Says a Clear New-Ball Role Brings Out Her Best for England
England pacer Lauren Bell says she loves the powerplay and death-over duties, after a strong run into the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 and an 87-run win.
AnalysisHussain and Atherton Say Stokes Needs Support, Not Punishment, Amid Fatigue Fears
Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton say Ben Stokes looks weary after four years as England captain and should not lose the job over the latest controversy.
NewsBoycott Urges ECB to Suspend Ben Stokes Over Post-Lord’s Night Out
Geoffrey Boycott says England must make an example of captain Ben Stokes after he broke the team curfew following the Lord’s Test win, citing discipline.
Team NewsECB Investigates Stokes and Atkinson After Nightclub Incident Following Lord’s Test
The ECB is investigating Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson over a nightclub incident after the Lord’s Test, leaving England’s captaincy for The Oval in doubt.
Women's CricketSciver-Brunt Says No Rush to Bowl for England as She Returns From Calf Injury
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is fit for World Cup selection after a calf injury and says her bowling can wait while the side’s attack stays balanced.
Team NewsMcCullum Unsure If Jofra Archer Will Be Ready for Second Test Against New Zealand
England coach Brendon McCullum says Jofra Archer’s place for the second Test against New Zealand will be decided once he is assessed after a break.
Player SpotlightKane Williamson Relishes Lord’s Test That Could Be His Last There
Kane Williamson calls any Lord’s Test special, with uncertainty over New Zealand’s future England tours meaning this one may be his last there.
NewsMichael Vaughan Unhappy With Jofra Archer’s IPL Commitment Ahead of England Test
Michael Vaughan says England’s central contracts should outrank franchise cricket, questioning Jofra Archer’s IPL stay while the New Zealand Test looms.