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Crawley and Duckett have put an end to rolling cast of England openers

After a decade of top-order batters struggling badly, the little and large combination have stylishly solved the problem

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‘All at sea’: Alastair Cook says Sharma and India were baffled by positive England

Alastair Cook, the former England captain, has said India ‘weren’t sure where to turn or what to do’ halfway through the first Test

The Guardian - UK

Stokes keeps England’s vision clear as golden chance awaits in second Test

England captain’s empathy has helped his side thrive and they will have his full backing again against an under-strength India in Visakhapatnam

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In Pope’s attack, glimpses of Pietersen’s 2012 knock. But English Bazball will still need India tweak

If you can’t resist comparisons across different eras of English batters, you may have already put Ollie Pope in Ian Bell’s mould, and not merely for his short and stocky frame. After all, Pope resembles Bell’s compact presence at the crease, technical poise in building an innings, and an often…

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Memories of 2012-13: England’s most impressive away series this century

India have won all 14 home Test series since this 2-1 defeat, making the tourists’ achievement all the more remarkable

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England face mission improbable in bid to end India’s dominance at home

Ben Stokes will need to inspire Test side to even greater heights if they are to emulate Alistair Cook’s conquering heroes from 2012

The Guardian - UK

As Warner bids farewell, Anderson returns to the treadmill in India

While others leave the stage the 41-year-old heads to India for another assignment – but he needs to end his slump in form

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On this day in 2011: England complete memorable Ashes rout

It was one of the all-time great tours by an English team.

The Independent UK

On this day in 2016: England’s Keaton Jennings makes century on his Test debut

It was a contribution which looked to have put England ahead of the game as they reached 288 for five at stumps.

The Independent UK

Rehan Ahmed rejects Sir Alastair Cook’s criticism of Jos Buttler’s captaincy

Several of Buttler’s decisions were scrutinised during a calamitous World Cup defence.

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Stuart Broad reveals Alastair Cook’s advice that persuaded him to retire from cricket

The England seamer consulted his former captain before deciding to bow out after the 2023 Ashes series

The Independent UK

Unassuming Alastair Cook exits quietly but his excellence speaks for itself

The former England captain enjoyed five more years at Essex after retiring from Test duty, a rare feat among internationals

The Guardian - UK

Joe Root says former England opener Sir Alastair Cook retires as ‘greatest ever’

Cook’s decision to call it a day ends a remarkable career which began in 2003.

The Independent UK

No sweat: England great Sir Alastair Cook was always cool in the heat of battle

The four-time Ashes winner barely perspired.

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Sir Alastair Cook’s record-breaking career in pictures

The 38-year-old left-handed opener’s 12,472 Test runs is the most by any English batter.

Evening Standard

Alastair Cook announces retirement from cricket to end record-breaking career for England and Essex

No English player has scored mored Test runs or made more centuries than Cook managed over a remarkable career

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It’s the right time: Ex-England captain Sir Alastair Cook announces retirement

The left-handed opener’s 12,472 Test runs is the most by any English batter.

The Guardian - UK

County Championship 2023 awards: the last word on the season

From Durham’s take on Bazball to Middlesex’s batting nightmare, a look back on a topsy-turvy county campaign

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Middlesex’s Josh de Caires takes career-best figures against Essex

Nick Browne (59) and Sir Alastair Cook (58) put on a century stand before De Caires, the 21-year-old son of Michael Atherton, took centre stage.

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On this day in 2007: Sir Andrew Strauss resigns as England Test captain

Strauss also retired from cricket as Sir Alastair Cook was announced as England’s new skipper.

The Independent UK

Lionesses and Man City celebrate success – Thursday’s sporting social

Ben Stokes, Ollie Pope and Sir Alastair Cook made a late bid for a place on Europe’s Ryder Cup team.

The Independent UK

Glenn McGrath hails ‘true champion’ Stuart Broad after retirement announcement

The 37-year-old has taken 602 wickets in 167 Tests.

The Independent UK

Jamie Smith century puts Surrey in control against Middlesex

The leaders finished day one on 312 for five.

The Guardian - UK

County cricket: Essex beat Lancashire after wicket halts record run chase – as it happened

Rolling report: Essex finally prised out Rob Jones with only 10 balls remaining, snatching victory by 46 runs, while there was also a thrilling draw

The Guardian - UK

Nick Compton: ‘People who seem difficult or complex are worth the bother’

Former England opener has struggled with his mental health but he tells Donald McRae that he is finally in a position to make sense of his smothering fixation with cricket

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