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Ollie Pope credits captain Ben Stokes for helping him believe in his ability

England's new Test vice-captain Ollie Pope has revealed how the backing he received from Ben Stokes last year helped rebuild his self-belief.

Ollie Robinson

Ollie Robinson becomes latest injury worry for England ahead of summer Tests

Ollie Robinson is set to undergo a scan on a sore left ankle on Monday as the seamer became the latest injury worry for England ahead of a Test against Ireland and the Ashes this summer.

James Anderson

James Anderson set to be named in England squad despite groin injury

James Anderson is set to be named in England's first Test squad of the summer despite the groin injury that forced him out of action for Lancashire last week.

Sam Billings

Sam Billings warns against dangers of continued sun exposure after cancer scare

England and Kent wicketkeeper Sam Billings has revealed he had two operations to remove skin cancer from his chest last year and warned against the dangers of continued exposure to the sun.

Josh Hazlewood

Michael Clarke not sure Josh Hazlewood's IPL stint is best preparation for Ashes

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has questioned Josh Hazlewood's participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL), suggesting the stint could harm the seamer's Ashes prospects.

Stuart Broad

Stuart Broad offers up spicy Ashes banter, claims last Aussie victory doesn't count

England cricket star Stuart Broad has thrown fuel on the fire after dismissing Australia's Ashes victory in 2021-22 due to the prevailing COVID-19 restrictions.