Ben Stokes' comment minutes before start of IND vs ENG 2nd Test proves India's dominance
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes' comment minutes before start of IND vs ENG 2nd Test proves India's dominance

Hindustan Times  

Last week, England pulled off something which no other team ever did in 91 years of Test match cricket in India. England captain Ben Stokes said it was one of the biggest Test wins of his career. But the England all-rounder knows winning a Test match in India is one thing and maintaining that lead to go on and win the series is another. It's a new game, a new wicket," he said after India won the toss in the second Test in Visakhapatnam and opted to bat.

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Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad
1 day, 11 hours ago

Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad

Associated Press  

LONDON — England cricket star Ben Stokes has been left out of the squad for the Champions Trophy in February and March next year because of injury. Stokes, England’s test captain, has not played a one-day international since the 2023 World Cup but said he was open to returning to the white-ball set-up following Brendon McCullum’s appointment as head coach …

Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad
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1 day, 15 hours ago

Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad

Hindustan Times  

England Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of next year's Champions Trophy one-day international tournament in Pakistan and the preceding white-ball tour of India, team management announced Sunday. Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad The star all-rounder was not considered for either assignment after suffering a left hamstring injury during England's defeat …

NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load
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6 days, 19 hours ago

NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load

The Hindu  

England captain Ben Stokes does not think the heavier bowling workload he undertook in the third test against New Zealand was a contributory factor to the hamstring injury he suffered during the match. “Every time you walk out onto a field as an athlete, you’re putting yourself at risk of getting injury,” the 33-year-old said in Hamilton after England’s loss …

Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton
6 days, 23 hours ago

Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton

Hindustan Times  

-New Zealand romped to victory by 423 runs after dismissing England for 234 on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Cricket-New Zealand crush England by 423 runs for consolation victory in Hamilton England, who had already sealed the series …

Stokes sidelined with a hamstring injury as New Zealand beats England by 423 runs in the 3rd test
1 week ago

Stokes sidelined with a hamstring injury as New Zealand beats England by 423 runs in the 3rd test

Associated Press  

HAMILTON, New Zealand — Captain Ben Stokes was unable to bat because of a hamstring injury on Tuesday as England slumped to a 423-run loss to New Zealand before tea on the fourth day on the third cricket test. New Zealand’s winning margin matched its largest test win by runs of a 423-run win over Sri Lanka in 2018 and …

England captain Ben Stokes 'not holding back' from bowling after latest injury
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1 week ago

England captain Ben Stokes 'not holding back' from bowling after latest injury

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has claimed that he won't be cutting down on his bowling workload after his latest injury setback during the third Test against New Zealand. The setback occurred two deliveries into his 13th over during New Zealand’s second innings, leaving England without their captain for the remainder of the game. "There's no doubt I was incredibly frustrated …

Stokes not blaming injury on workload as New Zealand thump England
1 week ago

Stokes not blaming injury on workload as New Zealand thump England

Al Jazeera  

New Zealand claim consolation 423-run victory in third and final Test as injured England captain Ben Stokes watched on. It’s just Sod’s law that the first time in a while I feel like I’m young again, something happens.” Stokes bowled 24 overs in New Zealand’s first innings and was two balls into his 13th over of the second when he …

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win
1 week, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win

India Today  

New Zealand moved within striking distance of avoiding a series whitewash against England and securing a significant win in the third Test in Hamilton, ending Day 3 on December 16 in a commanding position. With England set an imposing target of 658 runs to chase and already reeling at 18/2, their problems were compounded further as skipper Ben Stokes suffered …

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes faces fresh injury concern after limping off the field
1 week, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes faces fresh injury concern after limping off the field

India Today  

England Test skipper Ben Stokes faced a fresh injury scare after he limped off the field clutching his left hamstring on Day 3 of the third Test against New Zealand. NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test Day 3: Live Updates Tough news to take ðŸ˜é Wishing you all the best in your recovery, Ben âä️ pic.twitter.com/2vAbmWaIuT — England Cricket December 16, …

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles
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1 week, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles

The Hindu  

England’s hopes of a series clean sweep all but evaporated on Sunday as it capitulated on day two of the third Test to trail New Zealand by 340 runs. New Zealand’s controlled strokeplay in the final session was in contrast to chaotic English batting between lunch and tea, where they lost their last eight wickets for 66 runs. Santner reinforced …

England struggle to 54 for two at lunch in Hamilton
1 week, 2 days ago

England struggle to 54 for two at lunch in Hamilton

The Independent  

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England players give New Zealand's Tim Southee guard of honour in farewell Test
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1 week, 3 days ago

England players give New Zealand's Tim Southee guard of honour in farewell Test

India Today  

The England men's cricket team, led by Ben Stokes, gave a heartfelt guard of honor to retiring New Zealand pacer Tim Southee as he walked out to bat on the opening day of the third Test at Seddon Park. Southee, accompanied by his daughter and his New Zealand teammates, took to the field at the start of the play on …

England win toss, bowl in third Test against New Zealand
1 week, 3 days ago

England win toss, bowl in third Test against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bowl in warm conditions for the third and final Test against New Zealand in Hamilton on Saturday. HT Image The tourists are chasing a clean sweep after clinching their first series victory on New Zealand soil since 2008 with big wins in Christchurch and Wellington. "We've played some really good …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
1 week, 3 days ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

Dec 13 - England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
1 week, 3 days ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

- England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence after taking …

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand

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England clinch series win with 323-run victory against New Zealand in Wellington
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England clinch series win with 323-run victory against New Zealand in Wellington

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England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead
2 weeks, 2 days ago

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — England conquered the Wellington gale Sunday to seal a 323 run win over New Zealand on the third day of the second test and to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Joe Root completed his 36th century as England batted for less than 30 minutes in the morning before declaring with a lead of …

Ben Stokes credits England's dominant style of play for New Zealand series win
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ben Stokes credits England's dominant style of play for New Zealand series win

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has praised his team's aggressive style of play after securing a commanding 323-run victory in Wellington, clinching their first Test series win in New Zealand in 16 years. "To play the more dominant cricket over the days we have played so far," Stokes said when asked how England ended their drought in New Zealand. Stokes highlighted …

England thump New Zealand by 323 runs to win second Test; take series
2 weeks, 2 days ago

England thump New Zealand by 323 runs to win second Test; take series

Al Jazeera  

Visitors secure a 2-0 lead in the three-match series despite Blundell’s defiant century in New Zealand’s second innings. An aggressive England have thrashed New Zealand by 323 runs in the second Test in Wellington to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series after dominating the hosts almost from start to finish. He praised Harry Brook’s “bravery” in his …

England Dismantle New Zealand In 2nd Test; End Day 2 With A Lead Of...
2 weeks, 2 days ago

England Dismantle New Zealand In 2nd Test; End Day 2 With A Lead Of...

ABP News  

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: England stamp their authority on New Zealand in the 2nd Test match, as Day 2 belonged to the Ben Stokes' men right from the word go. At Stumps, Day 2, England hold a massive advantage, as they lead the Kiwis by 533 runs, and carry on from their overnight score of 378/5 in just 76 …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat
2 weeks, 3 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat

India Today  

England continued to assert dominance over New Zealand on Day 2 of the second Test as they finished the day on 378/5 leading New Zealand by 533 runs on Saturday, December 7 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. New Zealand began the day on 86/5 in 26 overs trailing by 194 runs as England continued the momentum from the opening day and …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Latham seconds Stokes on over-rate penalty issue ahead of second test
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Latham seconds Stokes on over-rate penalty issue ahead of second test

The Hindu  

New Zealand captain Tom Latham echoed his counterpart Ben Stokes and suggested that the rules and penalties concerning over-rate in Tests need to be reevaluated. “It’s certainly a challenge to get through those 15 overs an hour if the ball’s flying to the boundary a little bit more than usual,” Latham said on Thursday on the eve of the second …

Cricket-NZ Latham backs Stokes on over-rates ahead of second test
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Cricket-NZ Latham backs Stokes on over-rates ahead of second test

Hindustan Times  

Dec 5 - New Zealand captain Tom Latham has joined his England counterpart Ben Stokes in suggesting that the required over-rate in test matches might need to be reviewed for matches involving a lot of seam bowling. Cricket-NZ Latham backs Stokes on over-rates ahead of second test Both teams were fined and had World Test Championship points deducted for failing …

NZ vs ENG: England announces unchanged playing XI for second test against New Zealand
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG: England announces unchanged playing XI for second test against New Zealand

The Hindu  

England announced its squad for the second Test against New Zealand taking place at the Cello Basin Reserve in Wellington from Friday, December 6. Stokes, who pulled up while bowling his fifth over on the final day of the first Test, tossed the ball to Gus Atkinson to finish his stint. England leads the three-match Test series against New Zealand …

'Finished the game with...': Ben Stokes takes a dig at ICC after England get slapped with WTC points deduction – India TV
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Finished the game with...': Ben Stokes takes a dig at ICC after England get slapped with WTC points deduction – India TV

India TV News  

England captain Ben Stokes wasn't really happy with the slow over rate penalty handed by the International Cricket Council after the first Test against New Zealand in Christchurch. Stokes took a swipe at the ICC as he reckoned that the match ended even before the end of the fourth day's play and still getting fined and penalised for the same …

Ben Stokes lashes out at ICC after England's WTC points docked
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ben Stokes lashes out at ICC after England's WTC points docked

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes lashed out at the ICC after the team faced deductions in the World Test Championship points. Both New Zealand and England were fined 15% of their match fee and three points were docked in the World Test Championship standing. Ben Stokes' Insta story A points deduction has pushed the inaugural WTC champions down from joint fourth …

Ben Stokes waiting for conversations with ICC about over-rate circulations
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ben Stokes waiting for conversations with ICC about over-rate circulations

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has said that he wants to have conversations with the ICC about the over-rate circulations. Stokes also claimed that he has refrained from signing the over-rate sheet since the Lord's Ashes Test last year, as he awaits discussions with the ICC regarding his concerns about how over-rates are calculated. Stokes' stance on the issue resurfaced after …

Vaughan exposes major Jasprit Bumrah flaw, sends England 'simple swap' message for 2025 series: 'Have Stokes at No.3...'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Vaughan exposes major Jasprit Bumrah flaw, sends England 'simple swap' message for 2025 series: 'Have Stokes at No.3...'

Hindustan Times  

England will be travelling to India next year, and both sides will be battling it out in a five-match T20I series, three ODIs and five Tests. Ahead of England's tour, former cricketer Michael Vaughan feels that the visitors could modify their batting order to deal with Jasprit Bumrah's threat against right-handers. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via …

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand

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"Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test
3 weeks, 1 day ago

"Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test

Hindustan Times  

Christchurch, : Following the win over New Zealand in the Christchurch Test, England skipper Ben Stokes showered praise on his bowling attack and said that his bowlers were "relentless" throughout the game. "Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test Brydon Carse was named the 'Player of the Match' following his magnificent …

Carse takes first ten wicket haul as England beats New Zealand by 8 wickets in 1st test
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Carse takes first ten wicket haul as England beats New Zealand by 8 wickets in 1st test

New Indian Express  

CHRISTCHURCH: New Zealand battled to delay the inevitable but England eventually eased to an eight wicket win in the first test on Sunday and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Playing in just his third test, Brydon Carse took 6-42 for match figures of 10-196 as New Zealand was bowled out for 252 in its second innings, leaving England …

New Zealand vs England: Bethell, Carse guide visitors to eight-wicket win
3 weeks, 2 days ago

New Zealand vs England: Bethell, Carse guide visitors to eight-wicket win

Al Jazeera  

Debutant batter Bethell’s quick 50 and fast bowler Carse’s six-for help the visitors seal an emphatic win on day four in Christchurch. England have blazed to an eight-wicket victory in the first cricket Test match against New Zealand, knocking off their 104-run target in just 12.4 overs of their second innings. “Our bowlers were relentless throughout.” New Zealand resumed on …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs
3 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights from Day 2 of the 1st Test between New Zealand and England from the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand. HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW All-rounder Nathan Smith will make his test debut for New Zealand in the series-opener against England two weeks after playing his first internationals in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand captain Tom …

England remove New Zealand openers in first morning of series
3 weeks, 5 days ago

England remove New Zealand openers in first morning of series

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Stokes-McCullum need series win vs India or Australia: Cook speaks on Bazball
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Stokes-McCullum need series win vs India or Australia: Cook speaks on Bazball

India Today  

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes that Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum need a marquee Test series win against India or Australia to call the Bazball period successful. NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 1: Highlights Cook said that he was not in complete agreement with the method that England play Test cricket with but agreed that Stokes and McCullum …

Despite Kane Williamson's 93, England dominate Day 1 of 1st Test vs New Zealand
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Despite Kane Williamson's 93, England dominate Day 1 of 1st Test vs New Zealand

India Today  

It was quite an intriguing start to the 3-match Test series between England and New Zealand. The Day 1 of the 1st Test witnessed England, led by Ben Stokes, opted to bowl first, banking on the pitch's grassy cover to assist their bowlers. Gus Atkinson justified the decision early by removing Devon Conway in the second over, but New Zealand's …

Cricket-England win toss, choose to bowl in first NZ test
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cricket-England win toss, choose to bowl in first NZ test

Hindustan Times  

Nov 28 - England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bowl first in the opening match of a three-test series against New Zealand at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Thursday. Cricket-England win toss, choose to bowl in first NZ test His decision was unsurprising given the tinge of green on the wicket on a warm and sunny day …

Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England

Hindustan Times  

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — England test captain Ben Stokes said he opted out of the bidding in the Indian Premier League to prioritize playing international cricket in what he described as the “back end” of his career. Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England Stokes sat out the lucrative IPL this year to …

Ben Stokes breaks silence on IPL 2025 mega auction absence, England captain says ’There’s no hiding..’
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Ben Stokes breaks silence on IPL 2025 mega auction absence, England captain says ’There’s no hiding..’

Live Mint  

England Test captain Ben Stokes admitted that he didn't register for the Indian Premier League auction, to prolong his career. In the IPL 2025 mega auction, which concluded on Monday, as many as 182 players found teams at a cost of cumulative ₹639.15 crore. Speaking ahead of the England's Test series against New Zealand, Stokes revealed he wanted to look …

NZ vs ENG: Jacob Bethell handed England Test debut against New Zealand
3 weeks, 6 days ago

NZ vs ENG: Jacob Bethell handed England Test debut against New Zealand

The Hindu  

England’s Jacob Bethell will bat at number three for the first time in First-Class cricket when he makes his Test debut against New Zealand at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval on Thursday. In a rejig forced by the injury to wicketkeeper Jordan Cox, Ollie Pope will take the gloves and drop down the order to bat at six with Bethell coming in …

Ben Stokes likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes is likely to lead a string of key England players sitting out the 2025 Indian Premier League ahead of a huge year for his Test team. England players are facing tricky decisions over whether to enter the auction for next year’s tournament because of new regulations put in place by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, …

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan

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Stokes's Words Paint a Perfect Picture of Pakistan's Domination
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Stokes's Words Paint a Perfect Picture of Pakistan's Domination

The Hindu  

Captain Ben Stokes expressed his disappointment at the England team's loss to Pakistan in the third Test in Rawalpindi. He praised the spin duo of Noman Ali and Sajid Khan for their bowling prowess, which propelled Pakistan to a series victory. Stokes acknowledged that England had previously dominated Pakistan 3-0 away two years ago, but he expressed his hope that …

Stokes's Press Conference Misunderstanding Leaves Fans Amused
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Stokes's Press Conference Misunderstanding Leaves Fans Amused

Hindustan Times  

Ben Stokes's press conference encounter with a Pakistani journalist highlights the importance of clear and concise communication. The journalist's question about England's ability to replicate their performance in Rawalpindi lacked clarity, leading to Stokes's humorous repetition requests. The exchange sparked reactions on social media, with some fans finding it entertaining, while others expressed their appreciation for the on-field dominance displayed …

Pakistan Dominates England in Dominant First Test
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan Dominates England in Dominant First Test

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan spin duo Sajid Khan and Noman Ali shine as they leave England reeling at 110-5 in the third test. The duo, who took all 20 wickets in the previous test in Multan, bowled with great spin and pace, reducing England's batting lineup to a mere 110 runs in the first session. England's captain, Ben Stokes, was left to rue …

England captain Ben Stokes falls to defeat against Brendon McCullum in six-hitting contest ahead of third Test with Pakistan... before jokingly reminding the coach he's previously taken his wicket
2 months ago

England captain Ben Stokes falls to defeat against Brendon McCullum in six-hitting contest ahead of third Test with Pakistan... before jokingly reminding the coach he's previously taken his wicket

Daily Mail  

England captain Ben Stokes responded to defeat by coach Brendon McCullum in a special six-hitting contest by reminding him that he was still top of the Test sixes list – and had also taken his wicket. Rehan Ahmed won the team’s overall competition, beating Harry Brook in the final as England enjoyed themselves in their last training session of the …

Stokes Warns of Spin Battle in Pakistan-England Showdown
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2 months ago

Stokes Warns of Spin Battle in Pakistan-England Showdown

The Hindu  

England captain Ben Stokes believes the series-deciding third Test against Pakistan will boil down to a spin battle on a Rawalpindi pitch likely to favour slow bowlers. Pakistan has used industrial fans and heaters to dry the pitch, hoping to replicate its spin-led success in Multan which ended a drought of home wins stretching back to 2021.

Spin Battle: Pakistan Holds the Edge as England Aims for a Crucial Win
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2 months ago

Spin Battle: Pakistan Holds the Edge as England Aims for a Crucial Win

The Hindu  

Pakistan retains its spin-heavy team for the final Test against England. Both sides anticipate a dry wicket that will favor the slow bowlers. Left-arm spinner Noman Ali and off-spinner Sajid Khan claimed all 20 England wickets in the second test, while leg-spinner Zahid Mahmood bowled six wicketless overs in England's first innings. The wicket has encouraged England to recall Rehan …

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan
2 months ago

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan

The Telegraph  

One look at the Rawalpindi square indicates the rationale behind England’s selection of three spinners and only one specialist seamer. Pakistan played a leg-spinner last week, who bowled three or four overs, but you’d rather have it and not need it than need it if not have it.” Analysis: Rehan recall a huge gamble with series on the line This …

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