ENGLAND CRICKET

Ollie Pope

Ollie Pope hits maiden Test double-ton as England eye early victory over Ireland

England are on the verge of a first victory of the home summer after record-breaking innings by Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett almost saw Ireland defeated inside two days at Lord's.

Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes does not fear for future of Test cricket amid Ashes excitement

England captain Ben Stokes can feel the excitement building ahead of the Ashes and is in no doubt over the long-term future of Test cricket.

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England will not alter aggressive approach during Ashes, says Brendon McCullum

Brendon McCullum is excited about the "magic" that could occur in the Ashes and has promised England will not move away from their aggressive approach at the first sign of danger.

Stuart Broad

Test 'addict' Stuart Broad relishing latest Ashes battle with David Warner

England's Stuart Broad is gearing up to "go to battle" with long-time adversary David Warner in the Ashes, admitting he cannot kick his addiction to Test cricket.

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Usman Khawaja laments difficult English conditions ahead of The Ashes

Australian batter Usman Khawaja will arrive on English shores with an attitude adjustment despite his mountain of runs.

Jofra Archer

Jofra Archer 'distraught' after being ruled out of Ashes summer, says Rob Key

Jofra Archer has been left "distraught" after yet another injury nightmare saw him ruled out of England's entire Ashes summer with a new stress fracture in his right elbow.

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