The Latest Breaking News from England

NEW DELHI: Kiwi paceman Tim Southee's participation in the World Cup has been cast into uncertainty as New Zealand Cricket (NZC) revealed that he sustained a fracture in his right thumb while fielding during the fourth and final one-day international (ODI) against England at Lord's in London on Friday.

There is a return for Kyle Sinckler in the front row, with loosehead Joe Marler also promoted to the starting side

Ludlam has been rewarded for his defensive masterclass as a replacement in the 27-10 rout of Argentina on Saturday.

Sinckler has recovered from a chest injury and is one of three changes from England’s opening win over Argentina

Lewis Ludlam has been picked to start England’s second World Cup match against Japan on Sunday in the absence of Tom Curry, with Billy Vunipola on the bench

Ex-player makes tentative return to public life while future of BBC motoring show remains in balance

The opener scored 127 runs as England set New Zealand a target of 312 to win the final ODI.

The Brave Blossoms have an up-tempo, attractive attacking style but know they must front up at the set-piece to cause Pool D upset

It would be hugely beneficial to all parties if the 2005 Ashes hero’s short-term involvement with ODI team became a full-time arrangement

The Brave Blossoms’ budding style should allow Steve Borthwick’s side to finally find their rhythm in Sunday’s Pool D clash in Nice

Steve Borthwick must be intelligent with his use of the returning No8 to prevent a target being placed on his back