Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff has been named the head coach of the England Lions, the second-tier team, for the upcoming year. He will lead the team on their tour of South Africa, followed by a red-ball series in Australia and home series against India A and Zimbabwe.
Day 2 of the third Test between England and Sri Lanka at The Oval in London saw exciting action with England fielding a strong lineup. Follow the live scorecard and get the latest updates on the match here.
England’s stand-in captain Ollie Pope achieved a historic feat in Test cricket on Friday. His unbeaten century against Sri Lanka marked his seventh Test century against seven different teams, a first in the history of the game. This accomplishment highlights Pope’s adaptability and skill, establishing him as a significant figure in the world of Test cricket.
England fast bowler Mark Wood will miss the remainder of 2023 due to a right elbow injury. He discovered bone stress during a medical check-up after suffering a thigh injury during the Sri Lanka test series. Wood aims to return to full fitness by early 2025.
Brendon McCullum, the architect of England’s successful ‘Bazball’ approach in Test cricket, has been appointed as the new coach of England’s white-ball teams. McCullum, who has extended his contract until 2027, will lead England in the One-Day International and Twenty20 formats, bringing his aggressive style of play to the limited-overs game. He replaces Matthew Mott, who was sacked after England’s disappointing defense of their World Cup titles.
England’s interim Test captain Ollie Pope believes Brendon McCullum’s ‘Bazball’ philosophy can transform the fortunes of the limited-overs teams. McCullum, who has extended his contract until 2027, will take charge of all formats from January. Pope highlights McCullum’s positive influence and optimistic approach, emphasizing his ability to bring out the best in players. With England’s white-ball teams facing recent struggles, McCullum’s arrival brings hope for a revival.
Former New Zealand international Brendon McCullum has been appointed as the One-Day International and T20I head coach for the England men’s team, adding to his existing role as Test coach. McCullum will assume full leadership of both the Test and white-ball teams in January 2025.
Joe Root, England’s star batsman, has been in sensational form, smashing twin centuries against Sri Lanka and closing in on Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time Test runs record. With his remarkable consistency, Root is poised to break the record and potentially surpass even Alastair Cook as England’s leading Test run-scorer. This article explores the possibility of Root’s pursuit of Tendulkar’s legendary feat.
England’s batting superstar, Joe Root, has shattered several records during the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s, including becoming England’s highest century-maker in Test cricket and surpassing Graham Gooch for most runs at the iconic venue.
Joe Root achieved a historic milestone on the third day of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka at Lord’s. He scored his 34th Test century, surpassing Alastair Cook to become England’s highest century-maker in the format. Root also holds the record for the most Test runs scored on English soil and has the most Test hundreds at Lord’s. This century marks his 50th hundred in international cricket, placing him among an elite group of batters.
