Six Nations table 2024: Latest standings and results France and Ireland collide in a huge game one before Italy host England and Wales tackle Scotland Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024
George Ford in line for England No 10 spot with Fin Smith in the wings Steve Borthwick is expected to go for experience at fly-half to begin the Six Nations against Italy but there are several England players likely to debut The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2024
London's STI crisis revealed: UK's top ten areas for sexually transmitted infections are in capital Public health experts warn that sexual health services on brink of 'crisis' in UK Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024
IND vs ENG | Indian conditions up there with the hardest: Foakes England's Ben Foakes believes Indian wickets are challenging for wicketkeepers, requiring improvisation and mental toughness. The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024
OPINION - Brexit four years on: going badly, and people are starting to notice My favourite thing about cricket is the statistics. Nothing fills me with greater joy than when a commentator breathlessly reveals something like 'the batsmen have just recorded the highest-ever fifth-wicket partnership for England at Edgbaston against Sri Lanka.' You don't say? Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024
IND vs ENG | Shami's absence won't increase Bumrah's workload: Irfan Pathan Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes that Jasprit Bumrah is in better shape and can handle the rigours of Test cricket despite the absence of Mohammed Shami, putting extra pressure on Bumrah in the ongoing Test series against England. The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024
2nd Test: India batters busy perfecting conventional and reverse sweeps NEW DELHI: Ahead of the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam, Indian batsmen, traditionally not known for their sweeping skills, dedicated time to practice the shot during their opening net session on Wednesday. The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024
India vs England test series: second match to begin in Visakhapatnam from February 2; entry from 8 a.m. India vs England test series: Cricket fans eagerly await the return of red-ball cricket to Visakhapatnam after four and a half years. The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024
High On Fire announce summer UK and European tour, new album expected soon Matt Pike’s riff dealers will come to our continent in June and July, and they may well be playing some new stuff when they do Metal Hammer · Jan 31, 2024
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… Newslaundry · Jan 31, 2024
Irfan Pathan backs struggling Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, picks Rajat Patidar ahead of Sarfaraz Khan for 2nd Test NEW DELHI: Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan has expressed his opinion that neither Shubman Gill nor Shreyas Iyer should be dropped from the Indian playing XI for the second Test against England. According to Pathan, their experience becomes crucial in the absence of senior players like Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024
Six Nations 2024: team-by-team guide to this year’s tournament Even without their respective talismans, last season’s top two remain superior to everyone else, with England in transition The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2024
'Tough choice between Sarfaraz Khan and...': Batting coach Vikram Rathour ahead of second Test NEW DELHI: India's batting coach Vikram Rathour acknowledged the challenge of choosing between Sarfaraz Khan and Rajat Patidar for the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam. The upcoming match, beginning on Friday, holds significance as India aim to level the series after losing the opener in Hyderabad. The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024
'Want them to play with...': Vikram Rathour's advice to young batters ahead of 2nd Test NEW DELHI: Batting coach Vikram Rathour on Wednesday said young batters Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer deserve patience amid their current poor run. The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024
The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024 Ashwin retains top spot, Bumrah moves to forth in ICC Test rankings Ravichandran Ashwin maintains top spot, Jasprit Bumrah rises to fourth in ICC Test bowling rankings.
The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024 India vs England: Harbhajan Singh picks Sarfaraz Khan for Test debut in Vizag Sarfaraz Khan's consistent run in the domestic circuit finally earned him a call-up to the national team ahead of the second Test of the five-match series against England in Visakhapatnam, where the home team will try to rally after losing the opener.
Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024 England face anxious Marcus Smith wait as Alex Mitchell adds to Six Nations injury crisis Steve Borthwick could be left with just four of his World Cup backs for Italy opener in Rome
The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024 Jack Leach skips practice, unlikely to play in 2nd Test against India NEW DELHI: England's seasoned spinner Jack Leach is poised to sit out the upcoming second Test against India in Visakhapatnam, commencing on Friday. This decision stems from a left knee injury that Leach sustained during the series-opener in Hyderabad.
The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024 R Ashwin retains No 1 spot, Jasprit Bumrah moves to 4th in ICC rankings NEW DELHI: Premier India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday retained the top spot in the latest ICC Test rankings.
The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024 'Our mom is fit and fine': Virat Kohli's brother clears rumours about his mother's health NEW DELHI: Star India cricketer Virat Kohli's brother, Vikas, addressed the false rumors circulating on the internet about their mother Saroj Kohli's health on Wednesday.
Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024 Saracens confirm new contract for Maro Itoje: 'This is my home' The 29-year-old follows Jamie George's lead in committing to club and country
Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024 England: Shoaib Bashir in line for Test debut as injured Jack Leach ruled out vs India Jack Leach picked up an injury during the dramatic First Test win
The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024 Zak Crawley credits 'Bazball' approach for England's success, unfazed by India's team changes NEW DELHI: England opener Zak Crawley emphasized the positive impact of the aggressive 'Bazball' approach, introduced by coach Brendon McCullum, on the team's performance. England, unbeaten in Tests since adopting this style, staged a remarkable comeback to defeat India by 28 runs in the first Test in Hyderabad.
The Times of India · Jan 31, 2024 England mull all-spin bowling attack for second Test against India NEW DELHI: England are contemplating a strategic shift by considering an all-spin bowling attack for the second Test against India in Visakhapatnam.
Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2024 XL bully owners have just hours left to apply for exemptions to keep their pets From February 1, it will be a criminal offence to own an XL bully dog in England and Wales without a certificate