England opener Rory Burns likely to miss Sri Lanka series due to ankle injury
5 years ago

England opener Rory Burns likely to miss Sri Lanka series due to ankle injury

Firstpost  

Rory Burns was injured ahead of the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town and has been ruled out of the remainder of the four-match series, but now faces the prospect of being sidelined for Sri Lanka as well, according to reports in the British press. Cape Town: England opener Rory Burns is a doubt for England’s two-Test tour of Sri Lanka in March as he faces surgery on an ankle ligament injury sustained playing football in South Africa. AP Burns was injured ahead of the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town and has been ruled out of the remainder of the four-match series, but now faces the prospect of being sidelined for Sri Lanka as well, according to reports in the British press. England have battled with a settled opening partnership in recent years, but Burns has brought some solidity to the top of the order, and was impressive with a fighting 84 in the first Test loss to South Africa in Pretoria.

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England suffer ANOTHER injury setback with Mark Wood to miss the fourth day's play against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford - after captain Ben Stokes was ruled out of the entire Test series
4 months, 2 weeks ago

England suffer ANOTHER injury setback with Mark Wood to miss the fourth day's play against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford - after captain Ben Stokes was ruled out of the entire Test series

Daily Mail  

England have been dealt another injury blow ahead of the fourth day's play of their first Test against Sri Lanka. A statement posted on England Cricket's official X account on Saturday morning read: 'Mark Wood has sustained a right thigh muscle injury. Mark Wood will not feature on Saturday for England after suffering a right leg injury England are already …

England skipper Root backs Leach, Burns to rebound after Gabba
3 years ago

England skipper Root backs Leach, Burns to rebound after Gabba

The Hindu  

England captain Joe Root has backed Rory Burns and Jack Leach to rebound from their horror shows in the series-opening defeat in Brisbane as the tourists look to square the Ashes with victory in the day-night second test at Adelaide Oval. "Rory is a very strong character, you can't doubt that side of his game," Root told reporters in Adelaide …

The Ashes 2021-22: England selects experienced squad for Ashes tour
3 years, 2 months ago

The Ashes 2021-22: England selects experienced squad for Ashes tour

The Hindu  

England has named a 17-man squad for this winter’s Ashes tour, with head coach Chris Silverwood leaning on familiar faces for the trip. Silverwood and captain Joe Root are unable to call on a full-strength group due to the continued hiatus of star all-rounder Ben Stokes and injuries to Jofra Archer, Olly Stone and Sam Curran but fears over players …

Rory Burns stands firm for England after New Zealand hit back in second Test
3 years, 6 months ago

Rory Burns stands firm for England after New Zealand hit back in second Test

The Independent  

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Rory Burns drags England out of a hole with a century against New Zealand at Lord's
3 years, 7 months ago

Rory Burns drags England out of a hole with a century against New Zealand at Lord's

Daily Mail  

Back in April, Rory Burns – fresh from being dropped in India – bristled at the suggestion he might have to work his way back into the Test team. Rory Burns helped England avert meltdown on the fourth day with a hundred at Lord's Without Burns’s 132, England would've been well out of the contest on the fourth day At …

Rory Burns leads England fightback against New Zealand after Devon Conway double century
3 years, 7 months ago

Rory Burns leads England fightback against New Zealand after Devon Conway double century

Daily Mail  

Rory Burns has not enjoyed the best of times ever since he fell victim to a nasty injury playing football on the eve of the Cape Town Test where the Chris Silverwood era began in earnest. Rory Burns led England's fightback with an unbeaten 59 on the second day of the opening Test Joe Root was also unbeaten on 42 …

India vs England: Rory Burns reprimanded over deleted tweet to Alex Hartley on Pink-ball Test
3 years, 10 months ago

India vs England: Rory Burns reprimanded over deleted tweet to Alex Hartley on Pink-ball Test

India Today  

England opener Rory Burns has been spoken to by the team management over his response to women's cricketer Alex Hartley on Twitter over the 2-day finish to the Pink-ball Test in Ahmedabad. Rory Burns took to Twitter to respond to Alex Hartley's tweet that came after England were handed a 10-wicket defeat to India in the day-night Test. Hartley, referring …

Rory Burns: India will be a big challenge in own conditions
3 years, 11 months ago

Rory Burns: India will be a big challenge in own conditions

The Hindu  

Opener Rory Burns has singled out Indian conditions and Jasprit Bumrah as big threats for England ahead of the first Test in Chennai, starting February 5. The left-handed Burns, who returns to the squad after missing England’s successful tour to Sri Lanka due to the birth of his first child, highlighted Bumrah’s “unique” prowess with the ball as a threat …

IND vs ENG | Don't think Indian pitches will turn from the start: Rory Burns
3 years, 11 months ago

IND vs ENG | Don't think Indian pitches will turn from the start: Rory Burns

India TV News  

England opener Rory Burns said he thinks Indian wickets will be good cricket wickets and won't turn from the start like it happened during the recent series in Sri Lanka where England still managed to win 2-0. Burns, who missed the Sri Lanka tour, however, said that facing India in India will be a challenge especially after the hosts' recent …

Australia vs India: Joe Burns cleared for Melbourne Test - Cricket News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Australia vs India: Joe Burns cleared for Melbourne Test - Cricket News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Opener Joe Burns has been cleared to play for Australia in the second cricket Test against India from Boxing Day but Will Pucovski’s Test debut will be delayed by a concussion. Burns was struck on the elbow by Jasprit Bumrah during the first Test at Adelaide which Australia won by eight wickets after bowling India out for 36 in its …

Opener Burns fails again as Australia's selection woes mount
4 years ago

Opener Burns fails again as Australia's selection woes mount

The Hindu  

Joe Burns' poor run at the top of the order continued on Sunday when he fell for one in a warmup match against India, leaving host Australia with a selection headache ahead of Thursday's first Test at Adelaide. Opening batsman Marcus Harris, who was called into Australia's Test squad as cover for Warner and Pucovski, managed to score five before …

Sri Lanka vs England: Jonny Bairstow back in Test squad for tour as Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer rested – Firstpost
4 years ago

Sri Lanka vs England: Jonny Bairstow back in Test squad for tour as Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer rested – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Bairstow, 31, has played just one of England’s 12 Test matches since the 2019 Ashes and lost his Test central contract in September. London: England cricket selectors have rested Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer for next month’s two-Test series in Sri Lanka but have named World Cup-winner Jonny Bairstow in the 16-strong squad. Bairstow, 31, has played just one of …

Rory Burns says life in England's bio-secure bubble takes toll
4 years, 1 month ago

Rory Burns says life in England's bio-secure bubble takes toll

The Hindu  

England opener Rory Burns said limits on movement in and out of bio-secure bubbles took a toll on his mental health during the home summer and may restrict his availability for upcoming international tours. That was the main challenge for me.” Burns said he may choose to miss England's rescheduled tour of Sri Lanka in January for the birth of …

England's Rory Burns wary of West Indies threat
4 years, 7 months ago

England's Rory Burns wary of West Indies threat

The Hindu  

England batsman Rory Burns believes the West Indies will give the host a “stiff test” come next month's eagerly anticipated series. “Their bowling attack caused us a lot of problems -- they're very skilful and have got some pace,” added Burns, who averaged a modest 24.16 as the West Indies regained the Wisden Trophy. “There's a lot of good cricketers …

Sri Lanka vs England: Visitors recall Keaton Jennings, Ben Foakes ahead of two-Test tour; James Anderson misses out with rib injury
4 years, 10 months ago

Sri Lanka vs England: Visitors recall Keaton Jennings, Ben Foakes ahead of two-Test tour; James Anderson misses out with rib injury

Firstpost  

Foakes has played five Tests for England, making his debut against Sri Lanka in Galle in 2018 while Jennings, who has two centuries in the sub-continent, was last involved in their tour of West Indies last year England have recalled batsman Keaton Jennings and wicketkeeper Ben Foakes for next month’s two-Test tour of Sri Lanka while fast bowler James Anderson …

England opener Rory Burns out of Sri Lanka tour
5 years ago

England opener Rory Burns out of Sri Lanka tour

Hindustan Times  

England opening batsman Rory Burns will miss the tour of Sri Lanka in March after undergoing successful surgery on ruptured ligaments in his left ankle, the England and Wales Cricket Board announced on Tuesday. FILE PHOTO: Cricket - New Zealand v England - First Test - Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand - November 24, 2019 England's Rory Burns in …

England opener Rory Burns to be out of action for 4 months
5 years ago

England opener Rory Burns to be out of action for 4 months

India TV News  

England opener Rory Burns will be out of action for four months after undergoing surgery on ruptured ligaments in his left ankle. Burns will miss England's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka slated to be held in March. Burns, who was England's top scorer in the first Test against South Africa in Centurion, had injured his left ankle while playing a …

England opener Rory Burns undergoes ankle surgery, out of action for 4 months
5 years ago

England opener Rory Burns undergoes ankle surgery, out of action for 4 months

India Today  

England opening batsman Rory Burns will miss the Test series in Sri Lanka in March after surgery on ruptured ligaments in his left ankle. Burns was one of England's form batsman with two half-centuries and a century in his last five innings before the freakish injury ruled him out of the South Africa series after just one test. England also …

South Africa vs England: Jofra Archer expected to be fit for third Test after scans show no serious damage on elbow
5 years ago

South Africa vs England: Jofra Archer expected to be fit for third Test after scans show no serious damage on elbow

Firstpost  

Jofra Archer was ruled out of the ongoing second Test at Cape Town between England and South Africa after suffering from a sore elbow during training ahead of the match, ESPNCricinfo reported. London: England pacer Jofra Archer is expected to play the third Test against South Africa at Port Elizabeth, after scans on his right elbow showed no serious damage. …

Archer out of second Test vs South Africa due to elbow injury
5 years ago

Archer out of second Test vs South Africa due to elbow injury

The Hindu  

Jofra Archer has been ruled out of the second Test between South Africa and England at Newlands through injury. England fast bowler Archer has been unable to recover from an elbow complaint and must now be assessed with regards to his availability for the remainder of the four-match rubber. READ| South Africa vs England: Burns doubtful for second Test after …

SA vs ENG: Rory Burns ruled out of Test series with ankle injury
5 years ago

SA vs ENG: Rory Burns ruled out of Test series with ankle injury

India TV News  

England, already plagued with illness and injuries on the ongoing South Africa tour, have suffered yet another blow as opener Rory Burns has been ruled out of the remainder of the Test series. Burns, who was England's top scorer in the first Test, injured his left ankle while playing a football match during the warm-up before Thursday's practice session. "England …

SA vs ENG: England's Rory Burns injures himself, Jofra Archer skips training
5 years ago

SA vs ENG: England's Rory Burns injures himself, Jofra Archer skips training

India TV News  

England opener Rory Burns limped out from practice on Thursday, the eve of their second Test against South Africa while Jofra Archer also did not train, adding to the team management's headache. Burns, England's top scorer in the first Test, injured his left ankle while playing a football match and was taken for a scan. "We've had some very frustrating …

South Africa vs England: Visitors face double injury blow with Jofra Archer, Rory Burns doubtful for Cape Town Test
5 years ago

South Africa vs England: Visitors face double injury blow with Jofra Archer, Rory Burns doubtful for Cape Town Test

Firstpost  

England faced a double injury blow ahead of the second Test against South Africa as Rory Burns and Jofra Archer were declared doubtful for Friday’s start at Newlands. Cape Town: England faced a double injury blow ahead of the second Test against South Africa as Rory Burns and Jofra Archer were declared doubtful for Friday’s start at Newlands. “It was …

South Africa vs England: Burns doubtful for second Test
5 years ago

South Africa vs England: Burns doubtful for second Test

The Hindu  

Rory Burns is a doubt for England's second Test with South Africa after injuring his ankle while playing football. The opener was England's top scorer in the 107-run first-Test loss at Centurion and his absence would represent a huge blow to the tourists, who have also been struck by illness in the camp. Should he fail to prove his fitness, …

New Zealand vs England: Rory Burns hails Joe Root
5 years, 1 month ago

New Zealand vs England: Rory Burns hails Joe Root

The Hindu  

Rory Burns hailed a "beautiful" performance from Joe Root and was happy to get his own tempo right as both struck hundreds for England on Day Three of the second Test with New Zealand. Burns hit only his second Test century as England fought back at Hamilton, while captain Root ended a long wait with his first ton in the …

Ashes 2019, England vs Australia, 1st Test: Century against Australia a long way from Ireland woes for England opener Rory Burns
5 years, 5 months ago

Ashes 2019, England vs Australia, 1st Test: Century against Australia a long way from Ireland woes for England opener Rory Burns

The Hindu  

Rory Burns was delighted to deliver on the big stage with a debut Ashes century, having toiled badly in the warm-up Test against Ireland last week. Burns' underwhelming display might not have boosted England's hopes heading into the first Test against Australia at Edgbaston, but the Surrey man was 125 not out at the end of day two as the …

Wonderful experience: England opener Rory Burns relishes Ashes hundred against Australia
5 years, 5 months ago

Wonderful experience: England opener Rory Burns relishes Ashes hundred against Australia

India Today  

Rory Burns' superb maiden Test century and 57 from Joe Root put England in a strong position -- 17 runs behind with six wickets in hand -- going into day three of the first Ashes Test against Australia, as their top order finally clicked. England's top-order has struggled for several years and when the team was skittled for 85 by …

Ashes 1st Test, England vs Australia: Rory Burns maiden-century puts hosts in command on Day 2
5 years, 5 months ago

Ashes 1st Test, England vs Australia: Rory Burns maiden-century puts hosts in command on Day 2

India TV News  

Rory Burns hit his first test century to give England the chance to build a big first-innings lead over Australia as the hosts reached 267-4 at stumps on Friday in the Ashes opener. Burns faced the first and last deliveries of day two, finishing on 125 not out, though Australia missed a chance to dismiss him leg before wicket by …

England vs Australia 1st Test, Ashes 2019: Burns maiden Test ton puts host in command
5 years, 5 months ago

England vs Australia 1st Test, Ashes 2019: Burns maiden Test ton puts host in command

The Hindu  

Rory Burns hit his maiden Test century on the second day of the Ashes opener at Edgbaston on Friday as England finished the day on 267/4, trailing Australia by just 17 runs. After a third umpire review confirmed Burns had made his ground, he was able to soak up the applause of a packed and sun-drenched crowd, with England then …

Ashes 2019 - England vs Australia: LIVE scorecard and updates from first Test, Day 2 at Edgbaston
5 years, 5 months ago

Ashes 2019 - England vs Australia: LIVE scorecard and updates from first Test, Day 2 at Edgbaston

Daily Mail  

Scroll down for live commentary Rory Burns went a long way towards cementing his spot at the top of England's order with a maiden international century on day two of the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston. Burns capitalised on some early fortune - had Australia reviewed an lbw appeal off Nathan Lyon, the Surrey captain would have departed for 21 …

England vs Australia 1st Test, Ashes 2019: Burns hits maiden ton as England takes honours on day two
5 years, 5 months ago

England vs Australia 1st Test, Ashes 2019: Burns hits maiden ton as England takes honours on day two

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar's Live coverage of Day two of the first Ashes Test match between England and Australia at Edgbaston, Birmingham. England take the honours in the first session on day two courtesy an unbeaten 49-run stand between Joe Root and Rory Burns. James Pattinson in his 18th Test match has always managed to claim a wicket in …

Ashes 2019: Jofra Archer overlooked for opening Test against Australia as England announce playing XI
5 years, 5 months ago

Ashes 2019: Jofra Archer overlooked for opening Test against Australia as England announce playing XI

Firstpost  

Archer, who has been struggling with a side injury, was omitted from an original 14-man squad along with fellow pacemen Sam Curran and Olly Stone, who both featured in last week’s Test win against Ireland. Birmingham: World Cup-winner Jofra Archer will have to wait for his Test debut after the fast bowler was left out of the England side named …

Rory Burns: The World Cup has drummed up enthusiasm for cricket - it's up to us to keep the hype going
5 years, 5 months ago

Rory Burns: The World Cup has drummed up enthusiasm for cricket - it's up to us to keep the hype going

The Independent  

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Cricket News: England's Rory Burns hoping to 'cash in' against Ireland
5 years, 5 months ago

Cricket News: England's Rory Burns hoping to 'cash in' against Ireland

Daily Mail  

Rory Burns does not expect England to suffer from a World Cup hangover when they host Ireland at Lord's this week. Rory Burns is back on the international stage and spoke to the media at Lord's on Monday Opening batsman Burns impressed on debut away in Sri Lanka in November last year 'To win the final the way they did …

Australia Test opener Joe Burns back after fatigue disorder
5 years, 6 months ago

Australia Test opener Joe Burns back after fatigue disorder

The Hindu  

Australia Test opener Joe Burns has been cleared to play again after being diagnosed with a fatigue disorder which threatened his chances of being part of the Ashes series against England. The 29-year-old, who scored a career-best 180 during Australia's last Test in February against Sri Lanka, cut short a stint with English county Lancashire in May. After a period …

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