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Chris Woakes in the wickets as Ollie Pope’s England dominate Sri Lanka

Woakes picked up a double-wicket maiden as the tourists slumped to six for three.

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

OPINION - Tax rises and spending cuts are inevitable – but also a political choice

There is something about politics that lends itself to cricketing metaphors. Perhaps it is because the sport – and we're really talking about test cricket here – is so often bursting with narrative. A game played over five days allows time for story lines, both the heroic and mundane, to…

Evening Standard · Aug 21, 2024

Chris Woakes stars as England’s bowlers dominate first morning against Sri Lanka

The tourists struggled to 80 for five after opting to bat first at Emirates Old Trafford.

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Darwin wants South Africa T20s for international return

Northern Territory Cricket is targeting hosting Australia's white-ball matches against South Africa in 2025, in a bid to bring internationals back to Darwin.

AAP · Aug 21, 2024

English cricket to honour Graham Thorpe ahead of first Test against Sri Lanka

Captain Ollie Pope has spoken of his admiration for the former player and batting mentor.

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Ollie Pope will strike different tone as leader but continuity is key

England’s stand-in Test captain has a weakened team under him for the first Test against Sri Lanka

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2024

How to watch England vs Sri Lanka and live stream 1st Test online or on TV, hosts just ahead going into Day 4

Here's how you can watch England vs Sri Lanka 1st Test online, ready for when it takes place from Wednesday, August 21 to Sunday, August 25.

WhatToWatch · Aug 20, 2024

Five talking points ahead of England’s Test series against Sri Lanka

Ollie Pope steps in as skipper in the absence of Ben Stokes and Dan Lawrence gets the chance to impress.

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Ollie Pope: England captain ready for 'one of the greatest honours in cricket'

The 26-year-old believes he is up for the challenge of stepping into Ben Stokes’ shoes

Evening Standard · Aug 20, 2024

Ollie Pope reveals whether he will stick with Bazball or strike own course

Pope will become the 82nd man to take up the role when he leads his country out against Sri Lanka.

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024